RM2 5AN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.5km from Gidea Park in Havering. Administratively it sits within Marshalls & Rise Park ward and the Romford constituency.
For families considering a move, RM2 5AN represents a diverse urban neighbourhood with mixed household types and languages. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 65 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for RM2 5AN are sourced from Output Area E00011664 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RM2 5AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RM2 5AN.
212
65
£ 57,100 /yr
24%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. RM2 5AN spans multiple life stages — average age 65, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM2 5AN. The average age is 65.3. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RM2 5AN has low crime rates — 21 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.
school Local Schools
Gidea Park Primary School
Marshalls Park Academy
St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
The Royal Liberty School
Squirrels Heath Junior School
Squirrels Heath Infant School
Parklands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Fimcom Foods UK1.0 km
- Carlton Food and Wine0.9 km
- R & J Darvill Sons0.5 km
- Doctor Han0.9 km
- Poundland0.9 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Lamb1.0 km
- Liberty Bell1.0 km
- R A F A Club0.9 km
- Romford Conservative Club0.9 km
- Harvester Gidea Park0.5 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- Hope Cafe1.0 km
- Jamies Diner1.0 km
- Sunrise Jacket Potato & Oriental Food1.0 km
- Teapot Cafe1.0 km
- CREM Kitchen0.2 km
- + 30 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Express0.6 km
- Asda0.9 km
- Co-op0.6 km
- Iceland1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- CDO Sushi1.0 km
- Millie's Coffee House Kiosk0.7 km
- Haute Panini0.9 km
- XiFang Bubble Tea0.9 km
- Chillies0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Repton Private Hotel0.3 km
- Rocco's Food & Bar0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gidea Park1.0 km
- Romford1.4 km
- Emerson Park2.7 km
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