IG1 2XR is a safe, established residential area on South Park Road, 0.8km from Loxford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Mayfield ward and the Ilford South constituency.
Within the IG1 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 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 low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £413k, up 16.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IG1 2XR are sourced from Output Area E00185697 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH PARK ROAD, IG1 2XR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH PARK ROAD, IG1 2XR.
477
34
£ 52,600 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines IG1 2XR — 72% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 16.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG1 2XR. The average age is 33.7. 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
£ 437,500
4 sales · Mean £ 439,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG1 2XR has low crime rates — 35 incidents 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
Loxford School
The Constance Bridgeman Centre
Gordon Primary School
Woodlands Primary School
SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School
South Park Primary School
Ark Isaac Newton Academy
Winston Way Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Faircross Supermarket0.8 km
- Saheed Halal Butchers Ltd0.3 km
- Yogi Krupa Food and Wine0.8 km
- QF Express0.8 km
- Aruljanee Market0.9 km
- + 21 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- 3 Bros0.8 km
- Daily Munch Cafe0.8 km
- Pizza East0.3 km
- Sushi Handroll0.9 km
- Atalian Servest Food Company0.7 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-operative0.8 km
- Tesco0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Favorite Chicken & Ribs0.8 km
- Lucky Inn0.8 km
- Beaumont Fish Bar0.3 km
- Meera Sweets0.9 km
- Watani Box0.9 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Clementswood Bowling Club0.3 km
- Central Restaurant and Lounge0.9 km
- The Prince Of Wales Public House0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seven Kings1.3 km
- Barking1.6 km
- Ilford1.7 km
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Postcode Profile: IG12XR · Data under Open Government Licence