RM7 0BB is a lively urban neighbourhood on Oldchurch Road, 0.8km from Romford in Havering. Administratively it sits within Rush Green & Crowlands ward and the Romford constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. An average age of 29 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 57% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Havering.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 137 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £335k.
Census 2021 statistics for RM7 0BB are sourced from Output Area E00166790 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLDCHURCH ROAD, RM7 0BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLDCHURCH ROAD, RM7 0BB.
262
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£ 52,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines RM7 0BB — 57% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM7 0BB. The average age is 28.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 310,000
2 sales · Mean £ 310,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RM7 0BB is above average at 137 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.
school Local Schools
Concordia Academy
Rush Green Primary School
The Mawney Foundation School
Crowlands Primary School
Hylands Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Harrow Lodge Primary School
The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
91 nearby- 5 Star Food 'n' Wine0.9 km
- Roneo News0.8 km
- Twins Wedding Shop0.8 km
- Park Lane Pharmacy0.8 km
- Red Rose Wines1.0 km
- + 86 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Liberty Bell0.9 km
- The Crown0.8 km
- The Victoria0.8 km
- The Wheatsheaf0.6 km
- Romford United Services Club0.9 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
116 nearby- Cafe Sixty 60.7 km
- Empire0.6 km
- Flipping Grill / Spice Master Romford0.9 km
- Spice Club1.0 km
- Cafe Shot0.8 km
- + 111 more
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- Favorite Chicken & Ribs0.8 km
- Paya0.8 km
- Anjum's Food0.8 km
- Chippers Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Park Lane Chippy1.0 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Aldi0.3 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Cooperative0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Sainsburys Garage0.6 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Mawney Hotel0.9 km
- Travelodge London Romford1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Romford0.5 km
- Gidea Park2.2 km
- Emerson Park2.9 km
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Postcode Profile: RM70BB · Data under Open Government Licence