Is RM5 2DF a safe place to live?

Yes, RM5 2DF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 22 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in RM5 2DF?

The average property price in RM5 2DF is currently around £114k.

What is the population of RM5 2DF?

The population for the RM5 2DF area is approximately 405 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Havering, London

ST JOHNS ROAD, RM5 2DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST JOHNS ROAD, RM5 2DF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

405

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 48,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM5 2DF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10

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6/10

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3/10

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6/10

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7/10

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5/10

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1/10

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4/10

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5/10

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Area Character

RM5 2DF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 52% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

RM5 2DF is a safe, established residential area on St Johns Road, 1.3km from Chase Cross in Havering. Administratively it sits within Havering-atte-Bower ward and the Romford constituency.

This is a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £114k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for RM5 2DF are sourced from Output Area E00011504 (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 2DF. The average age is 34.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British73.9%

Asian / British Asian8.8%

Black / African / Caribbean10.0%

Other / Mixed7.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 109,500

2 sales · Mean £ 109,500

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

RM5 2DF has low crime rates — 22 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.

Violence and sexual offences47

Anti-social behaviour27

Vehicle crime13

Public order8

Burglary7

school Local Schools

Oasis Academy Pinewood

Good357 pupils0.3 km

Clockhouse Primary School

Good694 pupils0.8 km

Bower Park Academy

Good948 pupils1.2 km

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Good362 pupils1.5 km

Dame Tipping Church of England Primary School

Good96 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby

Brick Lane Bagel Co1.0 km
Olive Tree Cafe1.0 km
Forest Row Centre0.9 km
Sea Fresh Fish Bar1.0 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Co-op Food0.7 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

County Wines1.0 km
Costcutter / Newslink0.6 km
Newsboy1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Romford4.0 km
Gidea Park4.1 km
Harold Wood5.1 km