Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

BALFOUR ROAD, IG1 4HR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BALFOUR ROAD, IG1 4HR.

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Population

376

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 55,200 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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6/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines IG1 4HR — 77% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.

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

IG1 4HR is a lively urban neighbourhood on Balfour Road, 0.1km from Ilford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Ilford Town ward and the Ilford South constituency.

For renters and young professionals, IG1 4HR offers 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 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 41% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 high (160 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £491k.

Census 2021 statistics for IG1 4HR are sourced from Output Area E00019010 (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 4HR. The average age is 32.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British13.6%
Asian / British Asian76.8%
Black / African / Caribbean5.3%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 330,000

8 sales · Mean £ 327,625

Semi-Detached

£ 460,000

4 sales · Mean £ 456,250

Terraced

£ 575,000

1 sales · Mean £ 575,000

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

Crime rates near IG1 4HR are high at 160 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 offences403
Anti-social behaviour280
Theft from the person270
Shoplifting265
Other theft180

school Local Schools

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The Ursuline Academy Ilford

Good747 pupils0.2 km
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Christchurch Primary School

Good1153 pupils0.3 km
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Winston Way Academy

Good657 pupils0.6 km
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Cleveland Road Primary School

Outstanding877 pupils0.9 km
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SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School

Good400 pupils1.1 km
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Seven Kings School

Outstanding2195 pupils1.1 km
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Gordon Primary School

Good423 pupils1.2 km
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Ark Isaac Newton Academy

Outstanding1754 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

91 nearby
  • Card Factory0.4 km
  • Icestone Desserts0.9 km
  • P & S Chemists0.8 km
  • Paul's Bakery0.8 km
  • Savers Health & Beauty0.5 km
  • + 86 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

14 nearby
  • Cafe Alto (trading as Slice)0.8 km
  • Travelodge Central0.6 km
  • City Best Hotel Limited0.5 km
  • Rotana Hotel0.3 km
  • Stay Belvedere Hotels Ltd0.5 km
  • + 9 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Bar 21 Ilford0.6 km
  • The Great Spoon Of Ilford0.4 km
  • The Papermakers Arms Public House0.8 km
  • Jono's Freehouse0.4 km
  • O'Neills0.5 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

88 nearby
  • APNA DES0.8 km
  • Burgerbase Ilford0.9 km
  • Calabash0.6 km
  • Chopstix0.4 km
  • Golden Curry Restaurant0.5 km
  • + 83 more
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Supermarkets

11 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Azad Food Centre0.8 km
  • Iceland0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

78 nearby
  • Shish BBQ0.4 km
  • Auntie Annes0.4 km
  • Bubble & Straw0.9 km
  • Burger King0.4 km
  • Capri’s Pizza0.5 km
  • + 73 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ilford0.5 km
  • Seven Kings1.6 km
  • Newbury Park1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Ilford Rail Station0.5 km