Postcode Analysis Redbridge, London

HILLSIDE AVENUE, IG8 7QR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLSIDE AVENUE, IG8 7QR.

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Population

298

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 61,300 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IG8 7QR 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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7/10
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9/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IG8 7QR combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£717k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £717k 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 7QR is a sought-after residential area on Hillside Avenue, 0.5km from Woodford in Redbridge. Administratively it sits within Bridge ward and the Ilford North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IG8, IG8 7QR offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Redbridge.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £717k.

Census 2021 statistics for IG8 7QR are sourced from Output Area E00018423 (shared with 10 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 7QR. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British60.1%
Asian / British Asian22.9%
Black / African / Caribbean4.4%
Other / Mixed12.6%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

£ 670,000

11 sales · Mean £ 626,863

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

IG8 7QR 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 offences49
Anti-social behaviour33
Vehicle crime26
Burglary15
Public order12

school Local Schools

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Ray Lodge Primary School

Outstanding672 pupils0.5 km
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Wells Primary School

Outstanding348 pupils1.0 km
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Woodbridge High School

Good1879 pupils1.2 km
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St Antony's Catholic Primary School

Good445 pupils1.2 km
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Woodford Green Primary School

Good229 pupils1.2 km
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Trinity Catholic High School

Outstanding1628 pupils1.4 km
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Roding Primary School

Good431 pupils1.4 km
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Woodford County High School

Good1239 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Fat Fish Fishmongers and Butcher0.4 km
  • Peters Food Market (Londis)0.4 km
  • K Fuel (Uk) Ltd0.5 km
  • Shepherds0.3 km
  • Belgique (Woodford) Ltd0.5 km
  • + 11 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Eatalian Takeaway0.9 km
  • Mr Bistro0.3 km
  • Shish0.4 km
  • Ray Park Cafe0.5 km
  • Temple Indian Fusion0.4 km
  • + 12 more
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Papa Johns0.5 km
  • Thai Fiesta0.8 km
  • Chiqwell BBQ Meze0.9 km
  • Chariots Fish & Chips Ltd0.3 km
  • Dominos Pizza Woodford Green0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Roding Valley Hall0.9 km
  • Seasons Events and Catering0.5 km
  • Woodford Wells Cricket and Lawn Tennis Club0.9 km
  • Bancroft Rugby Football Club0.8 km
  • The Railway Tavern Public House0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • The Co-Operative food0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Highams Park2.7 km
  • Chingford3.2 km
  • Wood Street3.9 km