Postcode Analysis Havering, London

RM5 2EQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RM5 2EQ.

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Population

371

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 50,400 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM5 2EQ 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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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RM5 2EQ's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £585k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £585k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

RM5 2EQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Collier Row in Havering. Administratively it sits within Havering-atte-Bower ward and the Romford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RM5, RM5 2EQ offers a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Havering.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £585k.

Census 2021 statistics for RM5 2EQ are sourced from Output Area E00011617 (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 2EQ. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British62.3%
Asian / British Asian12.9%
Black / African / Caribbean15.4%
Other / Mixed9.4%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 585,000

1 sales · Mean £ 585,000

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

RM5 2EQ has low crime rates — 44 incidents 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
Violence and sexual offences37
Anti-social behaviour30
Vehicle crime12

school Local Schools

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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Good362 pupils0.5 km
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Clockhouse Primary School

Good694 pupils0.8 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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Oasis Academy Pinewood

Good357 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Bowl Bar (City Pavilion)0.6 km
  • Bell & Gate1.0 km
  • RM5 Lounge0.7 km
  • Colley Rowe Inn0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Collier Row Super Store0.4 km
  • Clockhouse Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Collier Row Service Station0.2 km
  • Collier Row Supermarket0.6 km
  • Colliers Corner0.2 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Forest Row Centre0.6 km
  • My Collier0.7 km
  • The Belly0.3 km
  • Abella Cafe0.8 km
  • Bollywood Restaurant0.8 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • Co-op Food0.7 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Pizza Hut Delivery0.8 km
  • The Hybrid Kitchen@The Bell & Gate1.0 km
  • Chick'N Shack0.9 km
  • Cob's Bakery0.9 km
  • Shen Kebab0.9 km
  • + 11 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Romford3.4 km
  • Chadwell Heath3.9 km
  • Gidea Park4.1 km