Postcode Analysis Havering, London

FAITH CLOSE, RM2 5BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAITH CLOSE, RM2 5BF.

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Population

277

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 63,400 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

A sought-after, premium postcode. RM2 5BF's low deprivation rank, 79% ownership, and £370k 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 2.7% year-on-year.

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

RM2 5BF is a sought-after residential area on Faith Close, 0.7km from Heath Park in Havering. Administratively it sits within Squirrels Heath ward and the Romford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RM2, RM2 5BF offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k, up 2.7% 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 5BF are sourced from Output Area E00011890 (shared with 6 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 5BF. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.3%
Asian / British Asian6.5%
Black / African / Caribbean3.6%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 370,000

2 sales · Mean £ 370,000

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

RM2 5BF has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences53
Shoplifting31
Anti-social behaviour30
Vehicle crime22
Other theft13

school Local Schools

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Squirrels Heath Junior School

Good315 pupils0.1 km
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Squirrels Heath Infant School

Good264 pupils0.1 km
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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Good1438 pupils0.6 km
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Hylands Primary School

Good630 pupils0.8 km
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Towers Infant School

Outstanding317 pupils0.9 km
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Towers Junior School

Good342 pupils1.0 km
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The Royal Liberty School

Good700 pupils1.1 km
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Gidea Park Primary School

Good447 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Snatch Deal1.0 km
  • Balgores Lane Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Gidea Park Newsagents0.5 km
  • Hawkins & Sons Butchers0.2 km
  • Personal Vapour Ltd0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Fillers Bakery0.2 km
  • Joe & Jam0.5 km
  • Ginger Spice0.1 km
  • Towers Cafe0.9 km
  • Ca La Mama0.5 km
  • + 7 more
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Balgores Best Kebab0.6 km
  • GeTurkish0.5 km
  • Great Wall0.5 km
  • Pop-in Sandwich Bar0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.2 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Drill Hotel0.1 km
  • New Inn0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op Food0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gidea Park0.6 km
  • Emerson Park1.3 km
  • Romford1.7 km