Is RM4 1DE a safe place to live?

Yes, RM4 1DE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 17 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of RM4 1DE?

The population for the RM4 1DE area is approximately 168 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Epping Forest, East of England

TAWNEY LANE, RM4 1DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TAWNEY LANE, RM4 1DE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

168

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,600 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10

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7/10

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1/10

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7/10

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5/10

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7/10

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1/10

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5/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 49, RM4 1DE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RM4 1DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Tawney Lane, 1.0km from Stapleford Tawney in Epping Forest. Administratively it sits within Passingford ward and the Brentwood and Ongar constituency.

For renters and young professionals, RM4 1DE offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 43% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for RM4 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00110744 (shared with 17 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 1DE. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.2%

Asian / British Asian4.1%

Black / African / Caribbean3.5%

Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

RM4 1DE has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are possession of weapons and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Possession of weapons1

Vehicle crime1

Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Harold Wood10.2 km
Gidea Park10.8 km
Brentwood11.0 km