Postcode Analysis Epping Forest, East of England

IG7 5BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IG7 5BS.

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Population

273

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 64,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG7 5BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
workEmployment
7/10
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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates IG7 5BS — age 42, 74% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

IG7 5BS is a safe, established residential area located 1.0km from Chigwell in Chigwell. Administratively it sits within Chigwell Village ward and the Epping Forest constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Epping Forest.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for IG7 5BS are sourced from Output Area E00110485 (shared with 13 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 IG7 5BS. The average age is 42.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British61.9%
Asian / British Asian26.4%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed9.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

IG7 5BS has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences14
Vehicle crime8
Other theft6
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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West Hatch High School

Good1396 pupils0.3 km
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St John's RC School (Essex)

Good99 pupils0.4 km
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Roding Primary School

Good431 pupils1.3 km
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Limes Farm Junior School

Good155 pupils1.4 km
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Limes Farm Infant School and Nursery

Good168 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Crown & Crooked Billet P H0.7 km
  • Chigwell Mens Club0.9 km
  • Chigwell Golf Club Ltd0.2 km
  • Old Loughtonians Hockey Club0.8 km
  • The Luxborough Court School0.8 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Lexington at Virgin Active Repton Park0.9 km
  • Moka Chigwell Ltd0.8 km
  • Papillon Restaurant0.9 km
  • Chigwell Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Casa Pipino0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Brook House Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Chigwell Health Foods0.9 km
  • McColls0.9 km
  • Khyva Ltd0.6 km
  • MACE0.9 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Dominos Pizza0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • London Chigwell Hotel Signature Collection by Best Western0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newbury Park4.4 km
  • Chingford4.6 km
  • Highams Park4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • West Hatch School0.2 km
  • Club House0.2 km
  • West Hatch School0.2 km
  • Club House0.3 km
  • West Hatch School0.3 km