Postcode Analysis Havering, London

LODGE AVENUE, RM2 5AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LODGE AVENUE, RM2 5AB.

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Population

337

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 49,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM2 5AB 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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7/10
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9/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. RM2 5AB spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. £327k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 5.0% year-on-year.

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

RM2 5AB is a safe, established residential area on Lodge Avenue, 0.7km from Romford in Havering. Administratively it sits within St Edward's ward and the Romford constituency.

For serious buyers, RM2 5AB is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £327k, down 5.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RM2 5AB are sourced from Output Area E00011746 (shared with 4 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 RM2 5AB. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.3%
Asian / British Asian7.7%
Black / African / Caribbean4.5%
Other / Mixed6.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 327,000

5 sales · Mean £ 408,400

Flat

£ 288,750

10 sales · Mean £ 276,050

Detached

£ 333,000

2 sales · Mean £ 333,000

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

Crime around RM2 5AB is moderate at 51 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 offences128
Anti-social behaviour57
Public order33
Vehicle crime28
Other theft27

school Local Schools

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Gidea Park Primary School

Good447 pupils0.4 km
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Hylands Primary School

Good630 pupils0.8 km
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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Good1438 pupils0.8 km
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Squirrels Heath Junior School

Good315 pupils0.9 km
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Squirrels Heath Infant School

Good264 pupils0.9 km
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St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good629 pupils1.0 km
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Good417 pupils1.1 km
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The Mawney Foundation School

Good598 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

89 nearby
  • Ann Summers0.6 km
  • Fimcom Foods UK0.7 km
  • Romford Mini Market0.8 km
  • Savers0.6 km
  • Ssweet Shack0.6 km
  • + 84 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • ATIK0.8 km
  • Moon & Stars0.7 km
  • Slug & Lettuce0.7 km
  • The Bull0.6 km
  • The Lamb0.7 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

124 nearby
  • Bubble Tea Street Food0.8 km
  • Burger King0.8 km
  • Cafe Fino0.6 km
  • Cafe Inn0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • + 119 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

34 nearby
  • Boba Garden0.8 km
  • Cookin Lab0.8 km
  • Jukebox LDN / Foodbox LDN0.8 km
  • Nugs0.8 km
  • T4 Romford0.8 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

9 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Sainsburys Garage0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.7 km
  • Sankofa0.7 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Montrose Guest House1.0 km
  • Travelodge (Romford Central)0.9 km
  • Repton Private Hotel0.6 km
  • Travelodge London Romford0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Romford0.9 km
  • Gidea Park0.9 km
  • Emerson Park2.3 km