RM1 1AJ is an up-and-coming urban area on Regarth Avenue, 0.5km from Romford in Havering. Administratively it sits within St Edward's ward and the Romford constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a healthcare and public administration zone — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. Residents average 45 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Havering.
Safety: Crime rates are high (205 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £120k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 20.8% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for RM1 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00176965 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
REGARTH AVENUE, RM1 1AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for REGARTH AVENUE, RM1 1AJ.
139
45
£ 49,000 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RM1 1AJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
RM1 1AJ is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £120k. Property prices are trending down 20.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM1 1AJ. The average age is 45.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 144,000
36 sales · Mean £ 139,458
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near RM1 1AJ are high at 205 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Concordia Academy
The Mawney Foundation School
Hylands Primary School
The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls
Rush Green Primary School
St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Crowlands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
101 nearby- Park Lane Pharmacy0.6 km
- Red Rose Wines0.8 km
- Snatch Deal0.7 km
- Ann Summers0.5 km
- Fimcom Foods UK0.8 km
- + 96 more
Restaurant, Cafe
129 nearby- Cafe Shot0.5 km
- Eurest @ The Royal Mail Centre0.9 km
- Friends and Neighbours Activities0.8 km
- Bubble Tea Street Food0.4 km
- Burger King0.5 km
- + 124 more
Takeaway Shop
43 nearby- Anjum's Food0.5 km
- Chippers Fish & Chips0.5 km
- Park Lane Chippy0.8 km
- Basil Wood Oven Pizzeria1.0 km
- Chicken Kingdom1.0 km
- + 38 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- ATIK0.3 km
- Moon & Stars0.3 km
- Slug & Lettuce0.3 km
- The Bull0.7 km
- The Lamb0.8 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- Aldi0.4 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Lidl0.1 km
- Tesco Express0.3 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Mawney Hotel0.8 km
- Travelodge London Romford0.7 km
- Travelodge (Romford Central)0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Romford0.2 km
- Gidea Park1.8 km
- Emerson Park2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Romford Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: RM11AJ · Data under Open Government Licence