Postcode Analysis Epping Forest, East of England

HIGH ROAD, IG7 6QF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH ROAD, IG7 6QF.

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Population

371

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 64,900 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG7 6QF 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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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

IG7 6QF is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

IG7 6QF is a safe, established residential area on High Road, 0.7km from Chigwell in Chigwell. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Chigwell Village ward and the Epping Forest constituency.

Day-to-day life in IG7 6QF has the character of 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 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Epping Forest.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for IG7 6QF are sourced from Output Area E00110481 (shared with 28 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 6QF. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British67.8%
Asian / British Asian24.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed5.9%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

IG7 6QF has low crime rates — 28 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 offences15
Anti-social behaviour5
Drugs4
Vehicle crime4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Chigwell Primary Academy

Good239 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Chigwell Hall0.3 km
  • The King William IV0.5 km
  • Sheesh0.1 km
  • Chigwell Mens Club0.8 km
  • Grange Farm Centre0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Moka Chigwell Ltd0.9 km
  • Papillon Restaurant0.7 km
  • Chigwell Fish Bar0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Dominos Pizza0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Brook House Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Chigwell Health Foods0.8 km
  • McColls0.8 km
  • MACE0.8 km
  • The Village Deli0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chingford5.0 km
  • Newbury Park5.5 km
  • Highams Park5.9 km