Postcode Analysis Havering, London

OLDCHURCH GARDENS, RM7 0DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLDCHURCH GARDENS, RM7 0DL.

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Population

250

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 52,900 /yr

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Employed

29%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM7 0DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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3/10
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10/10
workEmployment
1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

With 67% social renting, RM7 0DL is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 29-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending up 4.1% year-on-year.

home £212,500 median price shield Safety 2/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RM7 0DL is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Oldchurch Gardens, 0.5km from Rush Green in Havering. Administratively it sits within Rush Green & Crowlands ward and the Romford constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, RM7 0DL is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. By day, the area transitions to a administrative centres character: high status management and administration, especially public sector. With residents averaging 29 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 67% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Havering. Full-time employment stands at 15% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £212k, up 4.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RM7 0DL are sourced from Output Area E00011239 (shared with 5 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 RM7 0DL. The average age is 29.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British63.7%
Asian / British Asian7.0%
Black / African / Caribbean15.2%
Other / Mixed14.1%

Economic Activity

29%Active
FT: 15%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 212,500

9 sales · Mean £ 212,055

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

Crime around RM7 0DL is moderate at 83 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 offences214
Anti-social behaviour115
Other theft41
Public order36
Criminal damage and arson32

school Local Schools

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Concordia Academy

Outstanding328 pupils0.4 km
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Rush Green Primary School

Good850 pupils0.7 km
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Crowlands Primary School

Good646 pupils0.9 km
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The Mawney Foundation School

Good598 pupils1.1 km
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Harrow Lodge Primary School

Outstanding380 pupils1.4 km
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Hylands Primary School

Good630 pupils1.5 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Good417 pupils1.5 km
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St Edward's Church of England Academy

Good537 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

49 nearby
  • Roneo News0.9 km
  • Dunelm0.8 km
  • Poundstretcher Ltd0.8 km
  • Handy Stores0.7 km
  • Hawkins & Sons Butchers0.5 km
  • + 44 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The Crown1.0 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.9 km
  • Romford & Gidea Park RFC0.8 km
  • Yates Wine Lodge0.9 km
  • The Goose0.8 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

90 nearby
  • Empire0.9 km
  • Aroma0.9 km
  • Bekes Kitchen0.6 km
  • Braza0.9 km
  • Havering Islamic Cultural Centre0.5 km
  • + 85 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • Cooperative0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Sainsburys Garage0.8 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

25 nearby
  • Chili & Ginger Etsu / Tilia Sushi / Etsu Sushi0.9 km
  • TGI Fridays0.9 km
  • Happy Coffee0.8 km
  • Smokey's Pizza & Grill0.9 km
  • Andys Fish Bar0.6 km
  • + 20 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Romford0.8 km
  • Gidea Park2.5 km
  • Emerson Park3.1 km