IG7 4DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from Hainault in Redbridge. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Hainault ward and the Ilford North constituency.
The people who live in IG7 4DE are typical of a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Redbridge.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for IG7 4DE are sourced from Output Area E00018736 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IG7 4DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IG7 4DE.
364
41
£ 49,100 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IG7 4DE 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
Social renting makes up 50% of tenure in IG7 4DE — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. 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 4DE. The average age is 40.9. 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 4DE has low crime rates — 31 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
Coppice Primary School
Wells Park School
Forest Academy
Limes Farm Junior School
Limes Farm Infant School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Patels0.5 km
- Greggs The Bakers0.1 km
- Nisa Chigwell0.0 km
- Supermarket0.8 km
- Green Olive and Lemon0.0 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Hainault BBQ0.8 km
- Chicken Nova0.9 km
- Manford House0.0 km
- Metro’s fried Chicken0.8 km
- Chigwell King Kebab & Pizza0.0 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Hainault Bowls Club0.9 km
- The Forester Public House0.6 km
- Hainault Forest Community Centre0.1 km
- Hainault Youth Centre0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Hainault Supermarket0.8 km
- Hainault Cafe0.1 km
- Hainault Park Cafe1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newbury Park3.8 km
- Chadwell Heath4.8 km
- Goodmayes4.8 km
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Postcode Profile: IG74DE · Data under Open Government Licence