Postcode Analysis Havering, London

GLENWOOD DRIVE, RM2 5AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLENWOOD DRIVE, RM2 5AS.

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Population

266

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 63,400 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM2 5AS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RM2 5AS's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £552k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £552k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

RM2 5AS is a sought-after residential area on Glenwood Drive, 0.5km from Hare Park in Havering. Administratively it sits within St Edward's ward and the Romford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RM2, RM2 5AS offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £552k, up 0.6% year-on-year. 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 RM2 5AS are sourced from Output Area E00011748 (shared with 2 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 RM2 5AS. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.8%
Asian / British Asian6.4%
Black / African / Caribbean3.0%
Other / Mixed5.7%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 502,500

14 sales · Mean £ 505,214

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

RM2 5AS has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences39
Drugs23
Anti-social behaviour20
Vehicle crime18
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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Gidea Park Primary School

Good447 pupils0.3 km
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Squirrels Heath Junior School

Good315 pupils0.8 km
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Squirrels Heath Infant School

Good264 pupils0.8 km
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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Good1438 pupils0.9 km
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Hylands Primary School

Good630 pupils0.9 km
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St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good629 pupils1.1 km
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The Royal Liberty School

Good700 pupils1.2 km
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Good417 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • Gidea Park Micropub0.8 km
  • Romford Conservative & Constitutional Club0.7 km
  • Moon & Stars1.0 km
  • Slug & Lettuce1.0 km
  • The Bull0.8 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

80 nearby
  • Brick Lane Bagel Co0.8 km
  • Zaafran0.8 km
  • Bubble Tea Street Food1.0 km
  • Cafe Fino0.8 km
  • Cafe Inn0.9 km
  • + 75 more
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Retailers - Other

71 nearby
  • Ann Summers0.9 km
  • Fimcom Foods UK0.9 km
  • Savers0.8 km
  • Ssweet Shack0.8 km
  • Wenzel's the Bakers1.0 km
  • + 66 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

34 nearby
  • Boba Garden1.0 km
  • Cookin Lab1.0 km
  • Jukebox LDN / Foodbox LDN1.0 km
  • Nugs1.0 km
  • T4 Romford1.0 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.9 km
  • Sankofa0.9 km
  • Asda0.7 km
  • Co-op Food1.0 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Rocco's Food & Bar0.8 km
  • Travelodge London Romford0.8 km
  • Repton Private Hotel0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gidea Park0.7 km
  • Romford1.1 km
  • Emerson Park2.2 km