Postcode Analysis Epping Forest, East of England

ONGAR ROAD, RM4 1AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ONGAR ROAD, RM4 1AA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-07 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

402

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 55,400 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM4 1AA 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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10/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

RM4 1AA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

RM4 1AA is a safe, established residential area on Ongar Road, 1.2km from Lambourne in Epping Forest. Administratively it sits within Lambourne ward and the Brentwood and Ongar constituency.

For families considering a move, RM4 1AA represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for RM4 1AA are sourced from Output Area E00110591 (shared with 28 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 RM4 1AA. The average age is 45.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.2%
Asian / British Asian5.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

RM4 1AA has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Stapleford Flying Club0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Mayhem Paint Ball Co0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gidea Park9.0 km
  • Romford9.1 km
  • Harold Wood9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Crowther Nurseries0.4 km
  • Crowther Nurseries0.4 km