Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

WANSTEAD LANE, IG1 3SB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WANSTEAD LANE, IG1 3SB.

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Population

375

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 55,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG1 3SB 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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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
workEmployment
5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

IG1 3SB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £580k, 60% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £580k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 39.9% year-on-year.

home £580,000 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IG1 3SB is a safe, established residential area on Wanstead Lane, 0.3km from Gants Hill in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Cranbrook ward and the Ilford South constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 60% 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 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £580k, up 39.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IG1 3SB are sourced from Output Area E00018595 (shared with 14 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 3SB. The average age is 37.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British24.2%
Asian / British Asian63.3%
Black / African / Caribbean6.4%
Other / Mixed6.1%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 580,000

9 sales · Mean £ 568,888

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

IG1 3SB has low crime rates — 47 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 offences134
Anti-social behaviour75
Vehicle crime53
Other theft36
Criminal damage and arson35

school Local Schools

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Valentines High School

Outstanding1353 pupils0.4 km
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Cranbrook Primary School

Good895 pupils0.5 km
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Highlands Primary School

Outstanding687 pupils0.8 km
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Gearies Primary School

Outstanding872 pupils0.9 km
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Redbridge Primary School

Outstanding876 pupils0.9 km
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St Augustine's Catholic Primary School

Good445 pupils1.1 km
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Beacon Business Innovation Hub

Good45 pupils1.4 km
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Beal High School

Good2688 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

32 nearby
  • A.A. Stores0.9 km
  • Beehive Service Station0.3 km
  • Munna Local0.6 km
  • Richards Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Tharvins News0.9 km
  • + 27 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

41 nearby
  • Chaiiwala Gants Hill0.4 km
  • Creams Cafe0.4 km
  • Naan Staap0.4 km
  • Station Cafe0.5 km
  • Wah Bey0.4 km
  • + 36 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Black Pekoe Tea0.5 km
  • Grill and Thrill0.5 km
  • iCakes0.5 km
  • Triple Treat0.3 km
  • Ghost Burgers0.4 km
  • + 19 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.8 km
  • Park Hotel0.8 km
  • Ilford Travelodge0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Infinity0.5 km
  • The Beehive Harvester0.3 km
  • Frenford Club0.5 km
  • King George V Public House0.8 km
  • Eastwood Snooker Bar & Grill0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Iceland0.4 km
  • Tesco0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ilford1.8 km
  • Newbury Park2.0 km
  • Manor Park2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Gants Hill Underground Station0.4 km
  • Gants Hill Underground Station0.5 km