RM13 7AD is a safe, established residential area on Blacksmiths Lane, 0.7km from Hornchurch, South in Havering. Administratively it sits within South Hornchurch ward and the Dagenham and Rainham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RM13, RM13 7AD offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £485k.
Census 2021 statistics for RM13 7AD are sourced from Output Area E00011820 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKSMITHS LANE, RM13 7AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKSMITHS LANE, RM13 7AD.
316
42
£ 49,400 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RM13 7AD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. RM13 7AD's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £485k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM13 7AD. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 430,000
4 sales · Mean £ 428,250
Detached
£ 447,000
11 sales · Mean £ 459,272
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RM13 7AD has low crime rates — 48 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.
school Local Schools
Whybridge Junior School
Whybridge Infant School
The Brittons Academy
Scargill Junior School
Scargill Infant School
St Alban's Catholic Primary School
La Salette Catholic Primary School
Newtons Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Sisserou Lunch Box1.0 km
- New Cherries0.3 km
- Rainham Inn Fish Bar0.3 km
- Hungry Dot0.3 km
- Lucky Inn0.4 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- ICom2 Food & Wine0.4 km
- Milly Wines0.5 km
- Yogi Newsagents0.4 km
- Cherry Tree Post Office0.4 km
- Day Lewis Pharmacy0.4 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- La Salette Social Club1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Everlys Cafe / Chicken Hut0.4 km
- Jack's Cafe0.3 km
- BK90 Restaurant & Lounge0.5 km
- Chilli Tree0.4 km
- Dragon Inn0.3 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rainham (Essex)1.6 km
- Dagenham East L.T.2.9 km
- Dagenham Dock3.1 km
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Postcode Profile: RM137AD · Data under Open Government Licence