IG4 5EE is a safe, established residential area on Beehive Lane, 0.6km from Gants Hill in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Barkingside ward and the Ilford North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 55% 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 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £595k, up 2.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IG4 5EE are sourced from Output Area E00018372 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEEHIVE LANE, IG4 5EE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEEHIVE LANE, IG4 5EE.
431
45
£ 58,300 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IG4 5EE combines high owner-occupation (55%), strong property values (£595k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £595k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 2.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG4 5EE. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 587,500
6 sales · Mean £ 556,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG4 5EE has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Redbridge Primary School
Gearies Primary School
Valentines High School
Beal High School
Beacon Business Innovation Hub
Cranbrook Primary School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Parkhill Infants' School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
44 nearby- Chandra Express Takeaway0.4 km
- Zamana0.4 km
- Zing0.2 km
- Black Lotus0.6 km
- Caraway0.7 km
- + 39 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- iCakes0.5 km
- Tina’s Kitchen1.0 km
- Triple Treat0.3 km
- Ghost Burgers0.5 km
- Great Wall Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- + 23 more
Retailers - Other
37 nearby- Ashleys News0.2 km
- GB Foods Store (Bangla Bazar)0.2 km
- Londis Supermarket0.2 km
- MFG REDBRIDGE (K & M REDBRIDGE LTD) LONDIS1.0 km
- Carlo's Wines & Spirits0.8 km
- + 32 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Infinity0.7 km
- The Beehive Harvester0.3 km
- Frenford Club1.0 km
- The Ilford Bowling Club1.0 km
- Eastwood Snooker Bar & Grill0.5 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Ilford Travelodge0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park2.2 km
- Ilford2.4 km
- Seven Kings3.1 km
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Postcode Profile: IG45EE · Data under Open Government Licence