RM4 1ER is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Stapleford Road, 0.0km from Stapleford Abbotts in Epping Forest. Administratively it sits within Passingford ward and the Brentwood and Ongar constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £515k.
Census 2021 statistics for RM4 1ER are sourced from Output Area E00110743 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STAPLEFORD ROAD, RM4 1ER House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STAPLEFORD ROAD, RM4 1ER.
376
42
£ 51,600 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. RM4 1ER's low deprivation rank, 65% ownership, and £515k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM4 1ER. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 429,500
2 sales · Mean £ 429,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
RM4 1ER has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Stapleford Abbotts Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Sipp'd Ltd0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Rabbits0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harold Wood7.6 km
- Gidea Park7.6 km
- Romford7.9 km
Bus Stops
- Gordon Cottages0.0 km
- Gordon Cottages0.1 km
- The Rabbits0.4 km
- The Rabbits0.4 km
- Primary School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RM41ER · Data under Open Government Licence