Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

GLEN CRESCENT, IG8 0AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLEN CRESCENT, IG8 0AN.

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Population

411

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 66,600 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG8 0AN 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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6/10
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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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8/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IG8 0AN combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£670k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £670k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

IG8 0AN is a sought-after residential area on Glen Crescent, 0.3km from Woodford Green in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Monkhams ward and the Chingford and Woodford Green constituency.

For serious buyers, IG8 0AN is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% 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 — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Redbridge.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £670k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for IG8 0AN are sourced from Output Area E00018853 (shared with 7 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 IG8 0AN. 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 / British61.8%
Asian / British Asian19.7%
Black / African / Caribbean8.3%
Other / Mixed10.2%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 750,000

2 sales · Mean £ 750,000

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

IG8 0AN has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences57
Vehicle crime25
Anti-social behaviour24
Criminal damage and arson13
Burglary12

school Local Schools

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Woodbridge High School

Good1879 pupils0.6 km
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Woodford County High School

Good1239 pupils0.8 km
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Churchfields Junior School

Outstanding482 pupils0.9 km
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Churchfields Infants' School

Outstanding448 pupils0.9 km
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Woodford Green Primary School

Good229 pupils0.9 km
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Ray Lodge Primary School

Outstanding672 pupils1.0 km
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Wells Primary School

Outstanding348 pupils1.1 km
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St Antony's Catholic Primary School

Good445 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Food Park0.5 km
  • Jubilee News0.5 km
  • NailsLaza0.7 km
  • Snakes Lane Post Office0.6 km
  • K Fuel (Uk) Ltd0.9 km
  • + 18 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Railway Tavern Public House0.7 km
  • The Rose & Crown Public House0.8 km
  • Woodford Bowling Club Limited0.5 km
  • The Cricketers Public House0.9 km
  • Seasons Events and Catering0.3 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

29 nearby
  • Cafe Royale Lin Cafe Woodford Ltd0.5 km
  • Cafe23@lizziefiori0.4 km
  • Costa0.3 km
  • Featherbeats Studios0.7 km
  • Mezze Restaurant0.6 km
  • + 24 more
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Churchills Fish & Chips0.7 km
  • Favourite Fried Chicken0.6 km
  • Grill Hut Tasty Fried Chicken0.5 km
  • Mr Chans Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Pizza Hut0.6 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • The Co-Operative food0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Highams Park2.1 km
  • Wood Street3.0 km
  • Chingford3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodford Underground Station0.3 km
  • Woodford Underground Station0.3 km
  • Woodford Underground Station0.3 km