Postcode Analysis Epping Forest, East of England

IG9 5BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IG9 5BA.

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Population

299

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 63,900 /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: IG9 5BA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. IG9 5BA's low deprivation rank, 60% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

IG9 5BA is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Buckhurst Hill in Buckhurst Hill. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Buckhurst Hill West ward and the Epping Forest constituency.

The people who live in IG9 5BA are typical of a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 IG9 5BA are sourced from Output Area E00110462 (shared with 14 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 IG9 5BA. The average age is 37.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British82.3%
Asian / British Asian5.0%
Black / African / Caribbean4.3%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

IG9 5BA has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences54
Vehicle crime28
Burglary10
Public order9
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Buckhurst Hill

Good410 pupils0.4 km
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Buckhurst Hill Community Primary School

Good379 pupils0.9 km
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Wells Primary School

Outstanding348 pupils1.3 km
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St Antony's Catholic Primary School

Good445 pupils1.4 km
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Trinity Catholic High School

Outstanding1628 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Brooms Newsagent0.6 km
  • Buckhurst Hill Convenience Store &0.0 km
  • Warren Wood Service Station0.9 km
  • KGN Training LTD0.1 km
  • Queens Food and Wine0.7 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Bedford House Community Association0.2 km
  • Railway Bar & Grill0.6 km
  • St Johns Centenary Hall0.4 km
  • Buckhurst Hill Bowling & Lawn Tennis0.6 km
  • Krz Evolution0.9 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Your Pizza0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee0.6 km
  • Gosht0.0 km
  • Locanda Da Luigi0.0 km
  • Prezzo0.5 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Waitrose0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Express BBQ & Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Shikha Indian Takeaway0.0 km
  • Ming Garden Take-away0.6 km
  • My Spice Kitchen0.0 km
  • Slice of Ltd0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chingford2.0 km
  • Highams Park3.2 km
  • Wood Street5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Westbury Road0.1 km
  • The Green0.2 km
  • Westbury Road0.2 km
  • The Green0.2 km
  • Russell Road0.3 km