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.
VICARAGE LANE, IG7 6LZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARAGE LANE, IG7 6LZ.
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£ 64,900 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Wells Park School
Manford Primary School
Chigwell Primary Academy
Coppice Primary School
Limes Farm Junior School
Limes Farm Infant School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Manor Supermarket0.7 km
- Delicacy0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Chunky Panda0.8 km
- Indian Ocean0.7 km
- Maibels0.7 km
- Gourmet Shiish0.8 km
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
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Postcode Profile: IG76LZ · Data under Open Government Licence