IG3 8BQ is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Swindon Close, 0.4km from Seven Kings in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Goodmayes ward and the Ilford South constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — 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 workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 33 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 45% 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 is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £522k.
Census 2021 statistics for IG3 8BQ are sourced from Output Area E00018690 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SWINDON CLOSE, IG3 8BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SWINDON CLOSE, IG3 8BQ.
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£ 50,500 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG3 8BQ 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.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines IG3 8BQ — 66% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG3 8BQ. The average age is 32.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Terraced
£ 522,500
6 sales · Mean £ 465,833
Flat
£ 110,000
1 sales · Mean £ 110,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IG3 8BQ is moderate at 60 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
The Palmer Catholic Academy
Ark Isaac Newton Academy
St Aidan's Catholic Primary Academy
South Park Primary School
SS Peter and Paul's Catholic Primary School
Aldborough Primary School
Downshall Primary School
Seven Kings School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
60 nearby- Delta Wine0.8 km
- MBN Food & Wine1.0 km
- Ariana Butcher Halal & Poultry1.0 km
- BNR Convenience Store Ltd1.0 km
- Seven Kings Halal Meat0.9 km
- + 55 more
Restaurant, Cafe
43 nearby- Five Lads Goodmayes1.0 km
- Imaan Restaurant & Takeaway1.0 km
- Ceylon Street0.6 km
- Muziris0.6 km
- Aladdins0.9 km
- + 38 more
Takeaway Shop
54 nearby- Tops Pizza 7kings/ Tops Dessert1.0 km
- Zu’s Grill1.0 km
- Brunch & Boba0.6 km
- Dessertz0.8 km
- K F C0.3 km
- + 49 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Central Restaurant and Lounge0.3 km
- McCafferty's0.4 km
- The Prince Of Wales Public House0.8 km
- St. Cedd's Catholic Club0.7 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Azad Food Centre0.8 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Co-op0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Blue Sapphire Hotel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seven Kings0.1 km
- Goodmayes1.2 km
- Newbury Park1.5 km
Bus Stops
- Seven Kings Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: IG38BQ · Data under Open Government Licence