RM4 1BD is a safe, established residential area on New Farm Drive, 0.6km from Abridge in Epping Forest. Administratively it sits within Lambourne ward and the Brentwood and Ongar constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RM4, RM4 1BD offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 74% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £755k.
Census 2021 statistics for RM4 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00110591 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEW FARM DRIVE, RM4 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW FARM DRIVE, RM4 1BD.
402
45
£ 55,400 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RM4 1BD 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RM4 1BD combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£755k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £755k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM4 1BD. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 973,750
2 sales · Mean £ 973,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RM4 1BD 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
Lambourne Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Londis0.4 km
- Ravens Budgens Abridge0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Abridge Cricket Club0.6 km
- Abridge Village Hall0.5 km
- The Blue Boar Gastro Pub0.6 km
- The Maltsters Arms0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- SHISH MEZE0.6 km
- Boardeli's Cafe and Pizzeria0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Ottleys B&B0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chingford8.3 km
- Newbury Park8.6 km
- Chadwell Heath9.0 km
Bus Stops
- Pancroft0.3 km
- Fir Trees0.3 km
- Fir Trees0.3 km
- New Farm Dr0.4 km
- New Farm Dr0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RM41BD · Data under Open Government Licence