Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

IG1 2RH House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

307

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 45,800 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG1 2RH 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.

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4/10
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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

51% of IG1 2RH's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Average age 29 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

IG1 2RH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Loxford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Loxford ward and the Ilford South constituency.

For renters and young professionals, IG1 2RH offers a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 29 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 61% 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 is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 2RH are sourced from Output Area E00175152 (shared with 5 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 2RH. The average age is 28.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British21.4%
Asian / British Asian51.1%
Black / African / Caribbean17.5%
Other / Mixed10.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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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 around IG1 2RH is moderate at 67 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 offences125
Anti-social behaviour73
Drugs32
Vehicle crime32
Theft from the person20

school Local Schools

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Woodlands Primary School

Good755 pupils0.2 km
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Loxford School

Outstanding2824 pupils0.3 km
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The Constance Bridgeman Centre

Good10 pupils0.3 km
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Eastbury Community School

Good2136 pupils0.6 km
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Uphall Primary School

Requires Improvement903 pupils0.9 km
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Gordon Primary School

Good423 pupils0.9 km
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Northbury Primary School

Good857 pupils1.0 km
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Cleveland Road Primary School

Outstanding877 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

38 nearby
  • Gaule Chulo0.9 km
  • La Masa0.9 km
  • WingFixx Ltd0.7 km
  • 3 Bros0.6 km
  • Daily Munch Cafe0.6 km
  • + 33 more
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Retailers - Other

58 nearby
  • Faircross Supermarket0.6 km
  • Ilford Lane Service Station0.9 km
  • Noori Halal Butchers0.9 km
  • S.S. Supermarket0.9 km
  • Saheed Halal Butchers Ltd0.7 km
  • + 53 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

32 nearby
  • Favorite Chicken & Ribs0.6 km
  • Lucky Inn0.6 km
  • Beaumont Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Beyond Boba0.9 km
  • BIM's0.7 km
  • + 27 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Barking Park Hotel Ltd0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Barking Indoor Bowls Club Ltd0.6 km
  • The Barking Dog1.0 km
  • Clementswood Bowling Club0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Barking0.9 km
  • Ilford1.7 km
  • Seven Kings2.0 km