IG1 1QW is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on High Road, 0.5km from Ilford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Ilford Town ward and the Ilford South constituency.
For renters and young professionals, IG1 1QW offers a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 30 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 72% 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 Redbridge.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 102 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for IG1 1QW are sourced from Output Area E00175133 (shared with 63 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH ROAD, IG1 1QW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH ROAD, IG1 1QW.
447
30
£ 0 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG1 1QW 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
At 72% private renter occupancy, IG1 1QW is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 30).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG1 1QW. The average age is 30.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IG1 1QW is above average at 102 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Winston Way Academy
SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School
Christchurch Primary School
Gordon Primary School
Ark Isaac Newton Academy
Cleveland Road Primary School
The Ursuline Academy Ilford
The Palmer Catholic Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
88 nearby- Spar0.8 km
- Cloudzz ltd0.2 km
- Cheatmeals0.8 km
- Colony Restaurant0.7 km
- Grilled Peri Peri0.1 km
- + 83 more
Retailers - Other
105 nearby- Ilford Cash & Carry Limited0.5 km
- Ital Bangla Grocery Shop0.0 km
- Ley Street Food & Wine0.5 km
- Noori Foods0.7 km
- Aeliya Foods Ltd1.0 km
- + 100 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- The Great Spoon Of Ilford0.9 km
- Clementswood Bowling Club0.8 km
- Ilford Liberal Club0.6 km
- Jono's Freehouse0.8 km
- Central Restaurant and Lounge1.0 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Azad Food Centre0.3 km
- BB Fatima Cash & Carry0.9 km
- Farmfoods0.2 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Tesco Stores0.3 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
83 nearby- Boba Hub0.6 km
- Boujee boba0.4 km
- Caffe Italiano0.3 km
- Central Mission Falafel0.1 km
- Central Out Fry0.1 km
- + 78 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Rotana Hotel0.9 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.9 km
- Travelodge Central0.6 km
- Best Inn Hotel1.0 km
- Cranford Hotel1.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ilford0.9 km
- Seven Kings1.1 km
- Newbury Park1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: IG11QW · Data under Open Government Licence