IG1 2BF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Azalea Close, 0.8km from Little Ilford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Loxford ward and the Ilford South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, IG1 2BF is 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. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 29% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Redbridge. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £373k, down 12.2% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for IG1 2BF are sourced from Output Area E00018771 (shared with 2 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AZALEA CLOSE, IG1 2BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AZALEA CLOSE, IG1 2BF.
259
32
£ 46,700 /yr
39%
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
51% of IG1 2BF's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 12.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG1 2BF. The average age is 32.4. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 355,000
12 sales · Mean £ 355,416
Flat
£ 255,000
1 sales · Mean £ 255,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IG1 2BF is moderate at 51 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
Uphall Primary School
Northbury Primary School
Little Ilford School
Dersingham Primary School
St Winefride's RC Primary School
Woodlands Primary School
Cleveland Road Primary School
Kensington Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Jolly Fisherman PH0.6 km
- De Lounge1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
34 nearby- Orange & Lemon Barking0.7 km
- Browning PFC1.0 km
- Spice Hut0.6 km
- Chocoberry Cafe0.6 km
- Ko express0.6 km
- + 29 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Julienest Restaurant & Bar1.0 km
- WingFixx Ltd0.6 km
- MI CHAII1.0 km
- Bartlett Mitchell Ltd T/A Hapag Lloyd Cafe0.9 km
- Oodles Chinese0.7 km
- + 19 more
Retailers - Other
58 nearby- London Road Express1.0 km
- Eggfree Cake Box0.9 km
- Barking Muslims Association Trust0.4 km
- Coffee Talks1.0 km
- Sami's Food Store0.6 km
- + 53 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Quality Foods0.9 km
- BB Fatima Cash & Carry0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Barking Park Hotel Ltd0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barking1.0 km
- Ilford1.5 km
- Woodgrange Park1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: IG12BF · Data under Open Government Licence