Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

THE DRIVE, IG1 3PW House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

480

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 55,100 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG1 3PW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IG1 3PW combines high owner-occupation (61%), strong property values (£625k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £625k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IG1 3PW is a safe, established residential area on The Drive, 0.3km from Redbridge in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Cranbrook ward and the Ilford South constituency.

For families considering a move, IG1 3PW represents 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 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £625k.

Census 2021 statistics for IG1 3PW are sourced from Output Area E00018594 (shared with 8 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 3PW. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British35.8%
Asian / British Asian46.9%
Black / African / Caribbean7.5%
Other / Mixed9.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 577,500

2 sales · Mean £ 577,500

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

IG1 3PW has low crime rates — 38 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 offences108
Anti-social behaviour77
Vehicle crime48
Other theft23
Public order20

school Local Schools

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Redbridge Primary School

Outstanding876 pupils0.5 km
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Cranbrook Primary School

Good895 pupils0.6 km
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Highlands Primary School

Outstanding687 pupils1.0 km
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Valentines High School

Outstanding1353 pupils1.0 km
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Wanstead High School

Good1445 pupils1.1 km
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Beal High School

Good2688 pupils1.1 km
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Beacon Business Innovation Hub

Good45 pupils1.1 km
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Gearies Primary School

Outstanding872 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

32 nearby
  • Big Portion Supermarket0.9 km
  • Cranbrook Road Post Office & Store0.9 km
  • Mustafa’s fruit n Veg0.9 km
  • Britex0.5 km
  • Sheldons Pharmacy0.9 km
  • + 27 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Chef Sabor0.9 km
  • Luigi's Ristorante0.9 km
  • Gants Hill Cafe0.9 km
  • Chaiiwala Gants Hill1.0 km
  • Creams Cafe0.9 km
  • + 25 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

19 nearby
  • Citi Kitchen London0.9 km
  • Ghost Burgers0.9 km
  • Great Wall Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
  • Kim Wah Take Away0.6 km
  • New World Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • + 14 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Eastwood Snooker Bar & Grill0.9 km
  • The Beehive Harvester0.5 km
  • Frenford Club0.6 km
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Supermarkets

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

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Redbridge Lodge0.5 km
  • Ilford Travelodge0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ilford2.2 km
  • Newbury Park2.6 km
  • Manor Park2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Redbridge Underground Station0.4 km
  • Redbridge Underground Station0.5 km