Postcode Analysis Havering, London

UPPER RAINHAM ROAD, RM12 4BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER RAINHAM ROAD, RM12 4BS.

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Population

319

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 56,000 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

RM12 4BS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £513k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 31.6% year-on-year.

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

RM12 4BS is a safe, established residential area on Upper Rainham Road, 1.3km from Heath Park in Havering. Administratively it sits within Hylands & Harrow Lodge ward and the Romford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RM12, RM12 4BS offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Havering.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £513k, down 31.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RM12 4BS are sourced from Output Area E00011591 (shared with 8 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 RM12 4BS. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British69.0%
Asian / British Asian11.1%
Black / African / Caribbean13.3%
Other / Mixed6.6%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 395,000

3 sales · Mean £ 410,000

Detached

£ 680,000

1 sales · Mean £ 680,000

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

RM12 4BS has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour51
Violence and sexual offences45
Vehicle crime21
Criminal damage and arson13
Burglary10

school Local Schools

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Harrow Lodge Primary School

Outstanding380 pupils0.2 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good417 pupils0.6 km
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Hornchurch High School

Good781 pupils0.9 km
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Rush Green Primary School

Good850 pupils0.9 km
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Hylands Primary School

Good630 pupils1.3 km
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Benhurst Primary School

Good414 pupils1.4 km
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Concordia Academy

Outstanding328 pupils1.4 km
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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Good1438 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Mon Chere Patisserie0.8 km
  • Red Rose Wines0.9 km
  • Purvis' News & Convenience Store0.5 km
  • Roneo News0.4 km
  • Asvacare Ltd1.0 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Welcome Co-Op Hornchurch0.8 km
  • Tesco Extra0.5 km
  • Aldi1.0 km
  • Cooperative1.0 km
  • Tesco Garage0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Blue Bengal0.8 km
  • Park Lane Chippy0.9 km
  • Andys Fish Bar1.0 km
  • Favorite Chicken & Ribs1.0 km
  • Iced Bubble Tea Dagenham0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Crown0.4 km
  • Iona Social Club0.9 km
  • The Avenues Social Club Limited1.0 km
  • The Havering Well0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • Burger King0.5 km
  • Greggs PLC0.5 km
  • Harris & Hoole0.5 km
  • Spice Club0.4 km
  • Indian Ocean0.9 km
  • + 14 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Romford1.6 km
  • Emerson Park2.3 km
  • Gidea Park2.5 km