Postcode Analysis Havering, London

THE RIDGEWAY, RM2 5BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE RIDGEWAY, RM2 5BT.

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Population

363

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 57,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM2 5BT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RM2 5BT combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£575k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £575k 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 5BT is a sought-after residential area on The Ridgeway, 0.4km from Hare Park in Havering. Administratively it sits within St Edward's ward and the Romford constituency.

For serious buyers, RM2 5BT is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 86% 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 £575k. 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 5BT are sourced from Output Area E00011740 (shared with 18 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 5BT. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.0%
Asian / British Asian10.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 526,000

10 sales · Mean £ 565,850

Semi-Detached

£ 537,000

1 sales · Mean £ 537,000

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

RM2 5BT has low crime rates — 19 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.

Violence and sexual offences28
Anti-social behaviour19
Vehicle crime14
Drugs13
Burglary10

school Local Schools

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Gidea Park Primary School

Good447 pupils0.1 km
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Squirrels Heath Junior School

Good315 pupils0.9 km
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Squirrels Heath Infant School

Good264 pupils0.9 km
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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Good1438 pupils1.1 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 pupils1.1 km
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Hylands Primary School

Good630 pupils1.1 km
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Marshalls Park Academy

Good1134 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Gidea Park Micropub0.6 km
  • Romford Conservative & Constitutional Club0.5 km
  • The Bull0.9 km
  • The Lamb0.9 km
  • Liberty Bell0.8 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

51 nearby
  • Brick Lane Bagel Co0.6 km
  • Zaafran0.6 km
  • Cafe Fino0.9 km
  • Hope Cafe0.9 km
  • Jamies Diner0.9 km
  • + 46 more
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Retailers - Other

52 nearby
  • Ann Summers1.0 km
  • Fimcom Foods UK0.9 km
  • Savers0.9 km
  • Ssweet Shack0.9 km
  • 5 Star Food 'n' Wine0.8 km
  • + 47 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
  • Asda0.8 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Krispy Kreme Romford Liberty0.8 km
  • Haute Panini0.8 km
  • Super Sushi1.0 km
  • XiFang Bubble Tea0.8 km
  • Balgores Best Kebab0.6 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Rocco's Food & Bar0.6 km
  • Travelodge London Romford0.9 km
  • Repton Private Hotel0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gidea Park0.7 km
  • Romford1.2 km
  • Emerson Park2.3 km