IG1 2XB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Harrow Road, 0.2km from Loxford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Loxford ward and the Ilford South constituency.
IG1 2XB 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 32 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 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 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £345k.
Census 2021 statistics for IG1 2XB are sourced from Output Area E00018760 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARROW ROAD, IG1 2XB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARROW ROAD, IG1 2XB.
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32
£ 45,800 /yr
46%
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
IG1 2XB has a highly multicultural community character — 60% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG1 2XB. The average age is 31.7. 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
Terraced
£ 345,000
2 sales · Mean £ 345,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IG1 2XB is moderate at 52 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
Cleveland Road Primary School
Uphall Primary School
Gordon Primary School
SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School
Winston Way Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- WingFixx Ltd0.8 km
- Hasi Restaurant1.0 km
- Pizza di Lengo1.0 km
- Oodles Chinese0.5 km
- Cafe Rey0.5 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
41 nearby- Kebabish Original1.0 km
- Pizza Go Go1.0 km
- Chocoberry Cafe0.5 km
- Ko express0.5 km
- Chicken & Pizza 4 U0.5 km
- + 36 more
Retailers - Other
60 nearby- Islamabad Halal Butchers0.5 km
- Britannia Pharmacy0.5 km
- Faircross Supermarket1.0 km
- Aeliya Foods Ltd0.6 km
- Butt Halal Meat0.6 km
- + 55 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- BB Fatima Cash & Carry0.7 km
- Quality Foods0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Barking Indoor Bowls Club Ltd0.9 km
- Clementswood Bowling Club0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Barking Park Hotel Ltd0.8 km
- Travelodge Central1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barking1.1 km
- Ilford1.3 km
- Seven Kings1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: IG12XB · Data under Open Government Licence