IG7 4BF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Greenfield Terrace, 0.7km from Hainault in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Hainault ward and the Ilford North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, IG7 4BF is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 51% 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.
Census 2021 statistics for IG7 4BF are sourced from Output Area E00018745 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GREENFIELD TERRACE, IG7 4BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREENFIELD TERRACE, IG7 4BF.
349
40
£ 49,100 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG7 4BF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
IG7 4BF has a significant social housing presence — 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG7 4BF. The average age is 39.6. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IG7 4BF 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.
school Local Schools
Manford Primary School
John Bramston Primary School
Wells Park School
Coppice Primary School
Forest Academy
Limes Farm Junior School
Limes Farm Infant School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Patels0.5 km
- Green Olive and Lemon0.1 km
- Newsagent0.8 km
- Costcutter0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Hainault BBQ0.7 km
- The Brothers Fish Bar0.8 km
- Metro’s fried Chicken0.8 km
- Chigwell King Kebab & Pizza0.1 km
- Chicken Nova0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Hainault Youth Centre1.0 km
- Hainault Forest Community Centre0.1 km
- The Forester Public House0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Hainault Supermarket0.7 km
- Hainault Cafe0.2 km
- Maibels1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park3.8 km
- Goodmayes4.8 km
- Chadwell Heath4.9 km
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Postcode Profile: IG74BF · Data under Open Government Licence