Postcode Analysis Havering, London

CARLTON ROAD, RM2 5AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARLTON ROAD, RM2 5AT.

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Population

299

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 63,400 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM2 5AT 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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8/10
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7/10
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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RM2 5AT's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £475k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 57.9% year-on-year.

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

RM2 5AT is a sought-after residential area on Carlton Road, 0.7km 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 5AT 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 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £475k, up 57.9% year-on-year. 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 5AT are sourced from Output Area E00011751 (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 5AT. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.3%
Asian / British Asian11.0%
Black / African / Caribbean4.3%
Other / Mixed5.4%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 426,250

14 sales · Mean £ 447,285

Semi-Detached

£ 477,500

3 sales · Mean £ 511,166

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

RM2 5AT has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences50
Drugs25
Anti-social behaviour23
Vehicle crime23
Burglary12

school Local Schools

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Gidea Park Primary School

Good447 pupils0.5 km
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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Good1438 pupils0.7 km
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Hylands Primary School

Good630 pupils0.7 km
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Squirrels Heath Junior School

Good315 pupils0.8 km
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Squirrels Heath Infant School

Good264 pupils0.8 km
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St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good629 pupils1.2 km
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Good417 pupils1.3 km
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The Royal Liberty School

Good700 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

88 nearby
  • Ann Summers0.8 km
  • Fimcom Foods UK0.9 km
  • Romford Mini Market0.9 km
  • Savers0.8 km
  • Ssweet Shack0.8 km
  • + 83 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • ATIK0.9 km
  • Moon & Stars0.8 km
  • Slug & Lettuce0.8 km
  • The Bull0.8 km
  • The Lamb0.9 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

115 nearby
  • Bubble Tea Street Food0.9 km
  • Burger King0.9 km
  • Cafe Fino0.8 km
  • Cafe Inn0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • + 110 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

38 nearby
  • Boba Garden0.9 km
  • Cookin Lab0.9 km
  • Jukebox LDN / Foodbox LDN0.9 km
  • Nugs0.9 km
  • T4 Romford0.9 km
  • + 33 more
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Supermarkets

10 nearby
  • Co-op Food0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.9 km
  • Sankofa0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • Sainsburys Garage1.0 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Repton Private Hotel0.6 km
  • Travelodge London Romford0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gidea Park0.8 km
  • Romford1.0 km
  • Emerson Park2.1 km