Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

THE DRIVE, IG1 3JE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DRIVE, IG1 3JE.

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Population

401

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 55,100 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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10/10
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9/10
workEmployment
4/10
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8/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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3/10
homeHome Ownership
9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IG1 3JE combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£838k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £838k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 28.3% year-on-year.

home £838,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IG1 3JE is a safe, established residential area on The Drive, 0.5km from Cranbrook in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Cranbrook ward and the Ilford South constituency.

For serious buyers, IG1 3JE 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £838k, down 28.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IG1 3JE are sourced from Output Area E00018573 (shared with 7 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 3JE. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British12.8%
Asian / British Asian77.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed8.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 838,000

2 sales · Mean £ 838,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

IG1 3JE has low crime rates — 34 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.

Violence and sexual offences69
Anti-social behaviour66
Vehicle crime44
Drugs17
Other theft16

school Local Schools

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Cranbrook Primary School

Good895 pupils0.1 km
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Highlands Primary School

Outstanding687 pupils0.2 km
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Valentines High School

Outstanding1353 pupils0.9 km
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The Ursuline Academy Ilford

Good747 pupils1.2 km
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Redbridge Primary School

Outstanding876 pupils1.3 km
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Gearies Primary School

Outstanding872 pupils1.4 km
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Christchurch Primary School

Good1153 pupils1.5 km
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Aldersbrook Primary School

Outstanding684 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby
  • Park Hotel0.6 km
  • City Best Hotel Limited1.0 km
  • Arinza Hotel1.0 km
  • Citybest Hotel Limited1.0 km
  • Rossmore Hotel0.7 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Ilford Golf Club0.6 km
  • Frenford Club0.1 km
  • The Beehive Harvester0.8 km
  • Eastwood Snooker Bar & Grill1.0 km
  • The Ilford Bowling Club0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • London Darbar1.0 km
  • Moroccan Garden0.9 km
  • Chaiiwala Gants Hill1.0 km
  • Creams Cafe0.9 km
  • Naan Staap0.9 km
  • + 23 more
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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • Carlo's Wines & Spirits1.0 km
  • Beehive Service Station0.8 km
  • Munna Local0.8 km
  • Tharvins News1.0 km
  • Belgrave News0.5 km
  • + 24 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Fam'z1.0 km
  • Mama’s peri peri1.0 km
  • Yokoso Sushi1.0 km
  • Starfish & Chips0.9 km
  • Zahra’s Grill0.9 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Iceland0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ilford1.4 km
  • Manor Park2.1 km
  • Newbury Park2.4 km