IG7 5WZ is a lively urban neighbourhood within the IG7 district of Epping Forest. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Loughton Broadway ward and the Epping Forest constituency.
This is a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 131 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for IG7 5WZ are sourced from Output Area E00110612 (shared with 274 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IG7 5WZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IG7 5WZ.
417
30
£ 47,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. IG7 5WZ spans multiple life stages — average age 30, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IG7 5WZ. The average age is 30.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IG7 5WZ is above average at 131 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Thomas Willingale Primary School and Nursery
Debden Park High School
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Oak View School
The Alderton Infant School
The Alderton Junior School
Hereward Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Boots the Chemist0.2 km
- K G Dispensing Chemist0.3 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- Greggs Bakers0.3 km
- Home Bargains0.4 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Debden Sports Club0.5 km
- Manjal Indian Restaurant0.2 km
- Topgolf0.8 km
- Woolston Manor GC (ATA Shimla)0.7 km
- The Hub0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- ECL Care & Wellbeing Hub0.3 km
- Freshwaters0.2 km
- Fresko0.3 km
- Subway0.3 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Aldi0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Pizza Hut Delivery0.3 km
- The Broadway Fried Chicken & Pizza0.2 km
- Healthy Options (Wickes)0.1 km
- FABIO's0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chingford5.5 km
- Highams Park7.3 km
- Newbury Park7.9 km
Bus Stops
- Debden Underground Station0.2 km
- Debden Underground Station0.2 km
- Debden Underground Station0.2 km
- Debden Underground Station0.2 km
- Debden Underground Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IG75WZ · Data under Open Government Licence