Postcode Analysis Epping Forest, East of England

VICARAGE LANE, IG7 6LZ House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

451

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 64,900 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG7 6LZ 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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9/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IG7 6LZ combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£3.0M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £3.0M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

home £2,975,000 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IG7 6LZ is a safe, established residential area on Vicarage Lane, 1.1km from Chigwell Row in Chigwell Row. Administratively it sits within Chigwell Row ward and the Epping Forest constituency.

For serious buyers, IG7 6LZ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% 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 — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Epping Forest.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £3.0M.

Census 2021 statistics for IG7 6LZ are sourced from Output Area E00110473 (shared with 32 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 6LZ. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British65.2%
Asian / British Asian25.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 2,975,000

1 sales · Mean £ 2,975,000

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

IG7 6LZ has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Drugs6
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Wells Park School

Outstanding0.5 km
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Manford Primary School

Good440 pupils1.1 km
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Chigwell Primary Academy

Good239 pupils1.2 km
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Coppice Primary School

Good437 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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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Manor Supermarket0.7 km
  • Delicacy0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Chunky Panda0.8 km
  • Indian Ocean0.7 km
  • Maibels0.7 km
  • Gourmet Shiish0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Manor (Chinese Food Takeaway)0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newbury Park4.8 km
  • Goodmayes6.0 km
  • Chadwell Heath6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • High View School Lane0.4 km
  • High View School Lane0.4 km