Postcode Analysis Havering, London

DEKKER CLOSE, RM5 2BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEKKER CLOSE, RM5 2BW.

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Population

336

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 50,400 /yr

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Employed

42%

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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4/10
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7/10
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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

RM5 2BW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (43) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

RM5 2BW is a mixed residential area on Dekker Close, 0.5km from Collier Row in Havering. Administratively it sits within Havering-atte-Bower ward and the Romford constituency.

For families considering a move, RM5 2BW represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Havering.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for RM5 2BW are sourced from Output Area E00011621 (shared with 8 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 RM5 2BW. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.8%
Asian / British Asian15.7%
Black / African / Caribbean10.9%
Other / Mixed6.6%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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

Crime around RM5 2BW is moderate at 76 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting51
Other theft42
Anti-social behaviour30
Violence and sexual offences30
Vehicle crime8

school Local Schools

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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Good362 pupils0.6 km
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Crownfield Junior School

Good376 pupils0.9 km
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Crownfield Infant School

Good385 pupils0.9 km
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Clockhouse Primary School

Good694 pupils1.0 km
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Oasis Academy Pinewood

Good357 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Bowl Bar (City Pavilion)0.4 km
  • RM5 Lounge0.8 km
  • Colley Rowe Inn0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Collier Row Super Store0.5 km
  • Clockhouse Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Collier Row Service Station0.2 km
  • Collier Row Supermarket0.7 km
  • Colliers Corner0.2 km
  • + 14 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Forest Row Centre0.7 km
  • My Collier0.9 km
  • The Belly0.4 km
  • Abella Cafe0.9 km
  • Bollywood Restaurant1.0 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • Co-op Food0.9 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Pizza Hut Delivery1.0 km
  • Chick'N Shack0.9 km
  • Cob's Bakery0.9 km
  • Shen Kebab0.9 km
  • 12th Street0.8 km
  • + 10 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Romford3.4 km
  • Chadwell Heath3.8 km
  • Gidea Park4.2 km