Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

FOREST CLOSE, E11 1PY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOREST CLOSE, E11 1PY.

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Population

364

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 66,900 /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: E11 1PY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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5/10
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9/10
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9/10
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8/10
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10/10
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3/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

E11 1PY has a highly multicultural community character — 47% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 45 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

E11 1PY is a well-regarded residential area on Forest Close, 0.6km from Snaresbrook in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Wanstead Village ward and the Leyton and Wanstead constituency.

For families considering a move, E11 1PY represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Redbridge.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for E11 1PY are sourced from Output Area E00018996 (shared with 15 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 E11 1PY. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British53.0%
Asian / British Asian36.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed8.2%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

Crime around E11 1PY is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting133
Anti-social behaviour39
Violence and sexual offences34
Vehicle crime17
Burglary17

school Local Schools

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Wanstead Church School

Outstanding221 pupils0.3 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School

Good435 pupils0.6 km
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Snaresbrook Primary School

Good460 pupils0.8 km
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Leytonstone School

Good960 pupils1.0 km
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Nightingale Primary School

Outstanding682 pupils1.1 km
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Wanstead High School

Good1445 pupils1.3 km
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Gwyn Jones Primary School

Good445 pupils1.3 km
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Barclay Primary School

Outstanding1321 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Daniyals0.3 km
  • Superdrug Stores Plc0.5 km
  • Harveys SK Ltd0.5 km
  • La Bakerie0.7 km
  • Majestic Wines0.7 km
  • + 16 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

31 nearby
  • City Place0.5 km
  • Cafe Chicchi0.7 km
  • Sumo Fresh0.7 km
  • The Bull0.7 km
  • The Bungalow Cafe0.3 km
  • + 26 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op0.5 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.7 km
  • Tesco Stores0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Wanstead House Community Assoc0.8 km
  • The George Public House0.7 km
  • The Duke0.7 km
  • Toby Carvery (Eagle)0.4 km
  • The Cuckfield Public House0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Cafe Brunch0.7 km
  • Food Nest0.7 km
  • The Lighthouse Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Wingshack Co (also T/A Eggs n Stuff Co)0.7 km
  • Best Wanstead Kebab House0.6 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wood Street1.7 km
  • Leytonstone High Road1.9 km
  • Lea Bridge2.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Snaresbrook Underground Station0.2 km
  • Snaresbrook Underground Station0.2 km
  • Snaresbrook Underground Station0.2 km