IG1 2SR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Loxford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Loxford ward and the Ilford South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, IG1 2SR 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. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 78% 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.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 70 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 2SR are sourced from Output Area E00018773 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IG1 2SR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IG1 2SR.
303
38
£ 45,800 /yr
43%
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
With 78% social renting, IG1 2SR is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG1 2SR. The average age is 38.1. 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 2SR is moderate at 70 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
Woodlands Primary School
The Constance Bridgeman Centre
Loxford School
Eastbury Community School
Uphall Primary School
Northbury Primary School
Cleveland Road Primary School
Gordon Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
70 nearby- Herbs & Acupuncture1.0 km
- Plaiul Moldovei Olivsilv Romanian Food0.7 km
- Lords Chemist0.9 km
- Barking Express0.8 km
- Barking Muslims Association Trust0.6 km
- + 65 more
Restaurant, Cafe
43 nearby- Gaule Chulo0.8 km
- La Masa0.8 km
- Milk Cake Cream0.9 km
- WingFixx Ltd0.5 km
- Hasi Restaurant0.6 km
- + 38 more
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- Top Deck Fish Bar1.0 km
- Chick N' Rice0.8 km
- Chunky Chicken Essex Ltd0.6 km
- Chunky Grill and Pizza0.9 km
- Couleur Cafe Ltd0.8 km
- + 34 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Jolly Fisherman PH0.9 km
- Barking Indoor Bowls Club Ltd0.6 km
- De Lounge0.9 km
- The Barking Dog0.8 km
- Clementswood Bowling Club1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Barking Park Hotel Ltd0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barking0.8 km
- Ilford1.7 km
- Seven Kings2.1 km
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Postcode Profile: IG12SR · Data under Open Government Licence