Postcode Analysis Havering, London

COWDRAY WAY, RM12 4AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COWDRAY WAY, RM12 4AU.

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Population

441

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 54,200 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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Area Character

RM12 4AU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £462k, 77% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £462k.

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

RM12 4AU is a mixed residential area on Cowdray Way, 0.9km from Elm Park in Havering. Administratively it sits within Elm Park ward and the Dagenham and Rainham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RM12, RM12 4AU offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% 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 Havering.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £462k.

Census 2021 statistics for RM12 4AU are sourced from Output Area E00011287 (shared with 5 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 RM12 4AU. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British59.9%
Asian / British Asian23.7%
Black / African / Caribbean12.0%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 375,000

9 sales · Mean £ 376,666

Semi-Detached

£ 385,000

3 sales · Mean £ 380,000

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

Crime around RM12 4AU is moderate at 57 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting98
Violence and sexual offences62
Anti-social behaviour48
Public order27
Burglary18

school Local Schools

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Benhurst Primary School

Good414 pupils1.0 km
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Scargill Junior School

Good322 pupils1.1 km
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Scargill Infant School

Good251 pupils1.1 km
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Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College

Good867 pupils1.1 km
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Hornchurch High School

Good781 pupils1.1 km
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The R J Mitchell Primary School

Good418 pupils1.2 km
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Harrow Lodge Primary School

Outstanding380 pupils1.4 km
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St Alban's Catholic Primary School

Good209 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Day Lewis Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Elm Park Pharmacy0.5 km
  • PKS Station Mini Market0.5 km
  • Savers0.5 km
  • Yogi News & Off Licence1.0 km
  • + 14 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • Hornchurch Sea Cadets HQ0.9 km
  • Burger Boyz0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee0.4 km
  • Elm Park Cafe0.4 km
  • Greggs0.4 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Dacia1.0 km
  • Midpoint Food Store0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's Local0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Best Fish Bar1.0 km
  • Gourmet Japanese&Bento/Thai Silk Kitchen/Thai Silk/Sushi Oshi/La Olive0.5 km
  • Happy Family0.5 km
  • Lui Foods0.5 km
  • New Regal Fish Bar0.5 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Royal British Legion Club Ltd0.6 km
  • Bretons Manor Ltd0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Emerson Park2.9 km
  • Romford2.9 km
  • Rainham (Essex)3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Elm Park Underground Station0.3 km
  • Elm Park Underground Station0.4 km