Postcode Analysis Havering, London

LODGE AVENUE, RM2 5AJ House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

363

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 57,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM2 5AJ 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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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

RM2 5AJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £732k, 86% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £732k 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

RM2 5AJ is a sought-after residential area on Lodge Avenue, 0.4km from Hare Park in Havering. Administratively it sits within St Edward's ward and the Romford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RM2, RM2 5AJ offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 86% 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 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £732k. 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 RM2 5AJ are sourced from Output Area E00011740 (shared with 18 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 5AJ. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.0%
Asian / British Asian10.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 605,000

3 sales · Mean £ 599,166

Terraced

£ 825,000

1 sales · Mean £ 825,000

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

RM2 5AJ has low crime rates — 44 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 offences80
Anti-social behaviour25
Drugs20
Vehicle crime16
Other theft15

school Local Schools

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Gidea Park Primary School

Good447 pupils0.0 km
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St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good629 pupils1.0 km
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Marshalls Park Academy

Good1134 pupils1.0 km
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Good417 pupils1.0 km
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Squirrels Heath Junior School

Good315 pupils1.1 km
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Squirrels Heath Infant School

Good264 pupils1.1 km
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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Good1438 pupils1.2 km
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The Royal Liberty School

Good700 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

49 nearby
  • Ann Summers0.9 km
  • Fimcom Foods UK0.9 km
  • Savers0.8 km
  • Ssweet Shack0.8 km
  • 5 Star Food 'n' Wine0.8 km
  • + 44 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The Bull0.8 km
  • The Lamb0.9 km
  • Liberty Bell0.8 km
  • R A F A Club0.6 km
  • Romford Conservative Club0.6 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

48 nearby
  • Cafe Fino0.8 km
  • Hope Cafe0.8 km
  • Jamies Diner0.9 km
  • Sunrise Jacket Potato & Oriental Food0.9 km
  • Teapot Cafe0.9 km
  • + 43 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • T4 Romford1.0 km
  • CDO Sushi0.8 km
  • Millie's Coffee House Kiosk1.0 km
  • Krispy Kreme Romford Liberty0.8 km
  • Haute Panini0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.5 km
  • Sankofa1.0 km
  • Asda0.7 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Repton Private Hotel0.2 km
  • Rocco's Food & Bar0.6 km
  • Travelodge London Romford0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gidea Park0.8 km
  • Romford1.2 km
  • Emerson Park2.5 km