Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

SNAKES LANE, IG8 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SNAKES LANE, IG8 0DJ.

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Population

309

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 66,600 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: IG8 0DJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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10/10
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9/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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Area Character

IG8 0DJ is an established family neighbourhood — 50% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £352k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IG8 0DJ is a sought-after residential area on Snakes Lane, 0.5km from Woodford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Monkhams ward and the Chingford and Woodford Green constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a independent professional metro services zone — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £352k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for IG8 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00018852 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG8 0DJ. The average age is 40.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British75.1%
Asian / British Asian12.1%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed8.2%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 352,500

8 sales · Mean £ 355,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

IG8 0DJ has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences77
Anti-social behaviour34
Vehicle crime24
Burglary16
Other theft14

school Local Schools

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Woodford County High School

Good1239 pupils0.6 km
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Woodford Green Primary School

Good229 pupils0.6 km
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Wells Primary School

Outstanding348 pupils0.9 km
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Woodbridge High School

Good1879 pupils0.9 km
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St Antony's Catholic Primary School

Good445 pupils0.9 km
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Trinity Catholic High School

Outstanding1628 pupils1.0 km
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Churchfields Junior School

Outstanding482 pupils1.1 km
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Churchfields Infants' School

Outstanding448 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Shepherds0.8 km
  • Food Park0.6 km
  • Jubilee News0.7 km
  • NailsLaza0.4 km
  • Snakes Lane Post Office0.8 km
  • + 14 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Railway Tavern Public House0.8 km
  • The Rose & Crown Public House0.4 km
  • The Travellers Friend Public House0.9 km
  • Woodford Bowling Club Limited0.6 km
  • Seasons Events and Catering0.5 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

29 nearby
  • Cafe Royale Lin Cafe Woodford Ltd0.6 km
  • Cafe23@lizziefiori0.5 km
  • Costa0.5 km
  • Featherbeats Studios0.4 km
  • Lilys Place0.9 km
  • + 24 more
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Churchills Fish & Chips0.4 km
  • Favourite Fried Chicken0.7 km
  • Grill Hut Tasty Fried Chicken0.7 km
  • Mr Chans Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • Pizza Hut0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • The Co-Operative food0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Highams Park1.8 km
  • Wood Street3.0 km
  • Chingford3.1 km