E12 5PG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brancaster Road, 0.2km from Little Ilford in Newham. Administratively it sits within Little Ilford ward and the East Ham constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 31 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 49% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Newham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for E12 5PG are sourced from Output Area E00018076 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRANCASTER ROAD, E12 5PG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRANCASTER ROAD, E12 5PG.
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£ 41,400 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: E12 5PG 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.
Area Character
E12 5PG has a highly multicultural community character — 66% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for E12 5PG. The average age is 30.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
E12 5PG has low crime rates — 46 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.
school Local Schools
Dersingham Primary School
St Winefride's RC Primary School
Sheringham Nursery School & Children's Centre
Sheringham Primary School
Sir John Heron Primary School
Little Ilford School
Essex Primary School
Avenue Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
45 nearby- Kome Express1.0 km
- Chippy Fish Bar0.9 km
- Spice House1.0 km
- The Ottoman Doner0.8 km
- Bubble & Straw1.0 km
- + 40 more
Retailers - Other
85 nearby- Alauddin Sweets0.9 km
- Catto Chemists0.9 km
- Mubarak Store Ltd0.8 km
- Novelty Bakery1.0 km
- Shazadi Sweets And Post Office0.9 km
- + 80 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- William The Conqueror0.8 km
- Blakesley Arms0.9 km
- The Papermakers Arms Public House0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
51 nearby- A Cafe & Cream Corner0.9 km
- Cafes Hut0.9 km
- Geanina Diamond Limited1.0 km
- Italian Caffe0.8 km
- JB Coffee1.0 km
- + 46 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Cafe Alto (trading as Slice)0.8 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- BB Fatima Cash & Carry1.0 km
- Quality Foods0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Manor Park1.0 km
- Woodgrange Park1.1 km
- Ilford1.1 km
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Postcode Profile: E125PG · Data under Open Government Licence