Postcode Analysis Epping Forest, East of England

VICARAGE LANE, IG7 6LS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARAGE LANE, IG7 6LS.

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Population

408

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 64,900 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG7 6LS 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

IG7 6LS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £1.8M, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £1.8M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

home £1,810,786 median price shield Safety 2/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IG7 6LS is a safe, established residential area on Vicarage Lane, 0.8km from Chigwell in Chigwell. Administratively it sits within Chigwell Village ward and the Epping Forest constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IG7, IG7 6LS offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 52% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Epping Forest.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.8M.

Census 2021 statistics for IG7 6LS are sourced from Output Area E00110491 (shared with 9 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 6LS. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British47.7%
Asian / British Asian43.8%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed6.6%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,187,500

4 sales · Mean £ 1,321,446

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

IG7 6LS has low crime rates — 30 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.

Violence and sexual offences14
Anti-social behaviour6
Drugs5
Burglary4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Chigwell Primary Academy

Good239 pupils0.4 km
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Wells Park School

Outstanding1.4 km
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Limes Farm Junior School

Good155 pupils1.6 km
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Limes Farm Infant School and Nursery

Good168 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Chigwell Hall0.7 km
  • The King William IV0.6 km
  • Sheesh0.4 km
  • Chigwell Mens Club0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • MACE0.9 km
  • The Village Deli0.8 km
  • Brook House Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Chigwell Health Foods0.9 km
  • McColls0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Chigwell Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Moka Chigwell Ltd0.9 km
  • Papillon Restaurant0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Dominos Pizza0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newbury Park5.2 km
  • Chingford5.4 km
  • Highams Park6.1 km