Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

IG1 2JG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IG1 2JG.

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Population

403

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Avg Age

26

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG1 2JG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

At 86% private renter occupancy, IG1 2JG is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.

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

IG1 2JG is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.8km from Ilford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Loxford ward and the Ilford South constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. With an average age of just 26, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 86% 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 high (160 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for IG1 2JG are sourced from Output Area E00185781 (shared with 18 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 IG1 2JG. The average age is 26.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British13.0%
Asian / British Asian52.5%
Black / African / Caribbean21.8%
Other / Mixed12.8%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near IG1 2JG are high at 160 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 offences465
Anti-social behaviour292
Theft from the person266
Shoplifting190
Other theft173

school Local Schools

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Cleveland Road Primary School

Outstanding877 pupils0.6 km
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Sheringham Primary School

Outstanding575 pupils0.6 km
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Sheringham Nursery School & Children's Centre

Outstanding184 pupils0.6 km
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The Ursuline Academy Ilford

Good747 pupils0.7 km
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Dersingham Primary School

Good637 pupils0.8 km
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Sir John Heron Primary School

Good446 pupils1.0 km
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Winston Way Academy

Good657 pupils1.1 km
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Uphall Primary School

Requires Improvement903 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

107 nearby
  • Card Factory0.4 km
  • Icestone Desserts0.5 km
  • P & S Chemists0.4 km
  • Paul's Bakery0.4 km
  • Savers Health & Beauty0.3 km
  • + 102 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

11 nearby
  • Cafe Alto (trading as Slice)0.0 km
  • Travelodge Central0.5 km
  • Arinza Hotel0.7 km
  • Best Inn Hotel0.4 km
  • Citybest Hotel Limited0.7 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Bar 21 Ilford0.3 km
  • O'Neills0.4 km
  • Jono's Freehouse0.4 km
  • The Papermakers Arms Public House0.1 km
  • Ilford Liberal Club0.6 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

84 nearby
  • APNA DES0.4 km
  • Burgerbase Ilford0.4 km
  • Calabash0.2 km
  • Chopstix0.5 km
  • Golden Curry Restaurant0.4 km
  • + 79 more
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Supermarkets

10 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.1 km
  • BB Fatima Cash & Carry0.5 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

71 nearby
  • Shish BBQ0.6 km
  • Auntie Annes0.5 km
  • Bubble & Straw0.5 km
  • Burger King0.4 km
  • Capri’s Pizza0.3 km
  • + 66 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ilford0.3 km
  • Manor Park1.6 km
  • Woodgrange Park1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Ilford Rail Station0.3 km