IG1 2RR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ilford Lane, 0.9km from Loxford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Clementswood ward and the Ilford South 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 teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 47% 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 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £263k.
Census 2021 statistics for IG1 2RR are sourced from Output Area E00018560 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ILFORD LANE, IG1 2RR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ILFORD LANE, IG1 2RR.
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37
£ 0 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG1 2RR 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
IG1 2RR has a highly multicultural community character — 74% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG1 2RR. The average age is 36.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 263,500
4 sales · Mean £ 263,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IG1 2RR is moderate at 77 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
Cleveland Road Primary School
Uphall Primary School
Winston Way Academy
Woodlands Primary School
Dersingham Primary School
Sheringham Primary School
Sheringham Nursery School & Children's Centre
Gordon Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
114 nearby- Alimentara0.9 km
- Britannia Pharmacy1.0 km
- Cake Box1.0 km
- Casino Tivoli0.7 km
- International Supermarket0.7 km
- + 109 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Ilford Liberal Club0.9 km
- Bar 21 Ilford0.5 km
- O'Neills0.6 km
- Jono's Freehouse0.8 km
- The Papermakers Arms Public House0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
78 nearby- Amazing Burger Ilford0.8 km
- Chef's Pizza0.7 km
- Delicious Cafe0.6 km
- Enish Restaurant and Bar0.9 km
- Firecracker Canteen0.5 km
- + 73 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Farmfoods0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
69 nearby- Kome Express0.5 km
- Dixy Chicken0.6 km
- Doner Plug1.0 km
- Edesa0.8 km
- Greedy Cow Boba & Juices1.0 km
- + 64 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- Cafe Alto (trading as Slice)0.6 km
- Travelodge Central0.5 km
- Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.7 km
- Best Inn Hotel0.9 km
- Cranford Hotel0.9 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ilford0.7 km
- Barking1.6 km
- Manor Park2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: IG12RR · Data under Open Government Licence