Postcode Analysis Epping Forest, East of England

THE POPLARS, RM4 1BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE POPLARS, RM4 1BB.

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Population

235

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 55,400 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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10/10
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3/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RM4 1BB's low deprivation rank, 56% ownership, and £488k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 13.3% year-on-year.

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

RM4 1BB is a safe, established residential area on The Poplars, 0.1km from Abridge in Abridge. Administratively it sits within Lambourne ward and the Brentwood and Ongar constituency.

For families considering a move, RM4 1BB represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £488k, up 13.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RM4 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00110588 (shared with 6 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 1BB. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.8%
Asian / British Asian5.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 470,000

13 sales · Mean £ 445,576

Detached

£ 480,000

1 sales · Mean £ 480,000

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

RM4 1BB has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences26
Other crime6
Vehicle crime6
Drugs5
Anti-social behaviour4

school Local Schools

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Lambourne Primary School

Good211 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Londis0.2 km
  • Ravens Budgens Abridge0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Abridge Cricket Club0.2 km
  • Abridge Village Hall0.5 km
  • The Blue Boar Gastro Pub0.1 km
  • The Maltsters Arms0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • SHISH MEZE0.0 km
  • Boardeli's Cafe and Pizzeria0.1 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Ottleys B&B0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chingford7.8 km
  • Newbury Park8.6 km
  • Chadwell Heath9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • The Blue Boar0.1 km
  • The Blue Boar0.1 km
  • Roding Hall0.1 km
  • Log Cabin Cafe0.1 km
  • Roding Hall0.1 km