Postcode Analysis Havering, London

THE RIDGEWAY, RM2 5BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE RIDGEWAY, RM2 5BU.

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Population

340

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 63,400 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM2 5BU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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9/10
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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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RM2 5BU combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£592k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £592k 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 5BU is a sought-after residential area on The Ridgeway, 0.3km from Hare Park in Havering. Administratively it sits within St Edward's ward and the Romford constituency.

For serious buyers, RM2 5BU is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £592k. 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 5BU are sourced from Output Area E00011745 (shared with 5 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 5BU. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.0%
Asian / British Asian11.5%
Black / African / Caribbean3.0%
Other / Mixed6.5%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 562,000

11 sales · Mean £ 576,545

Semi-Detached

£ 570,000

3 sales · Mean £ 605,000

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

RM2 5BU has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences29
Vehicle crime19
Anti-social behaviour17
Drugs14
Burglary12

school Local Schools

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Gidea Park Primary School

Good447 pupils0.2 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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The Royal Liberty School

Good700 pupils1.0 km
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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Good1438 pupils1.0 km
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Hylands Primary School

Good630 pupils1.1 km
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St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good629 pupils1.2 km
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Marshalls Park Academy

Good1134 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

34 nearby
  • Olive Well0.6 km
  • 5 Star Food 'n' Wine0.8 km
  • Carlton Food and Wine0.6 km
  • Twins Wedding Shop1.0 km
  • MNR Retail0.7 km
  • + 29 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Repton Private Hotel0.2 km
  • Rocco's Food & Bar0.6 km
  • Travelodge London Romford1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Archers0.6 km
  • Liberty Bell0.8 km
  • R A F A Club0.6 km
  • Romford Conservative Club0.7 km
  • The Victoria1.0 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

41 nearby
  • Kushi / Grilled Peri Peri0.6 km
  • Ped's Pizza0.6 km
  • CREM Kitchen0.4 km
  • Flipping Grill / Spice Master Romford0.8 km
  • Harefield Manor Hotel0.5 km
  • + 36 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-op0.6 km
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
  • Co-op Food1.0 km
  • Asda0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Chillies0.5 km
  • China Town1.0 km
  • Kervan Saray1.0 km
  • Time Sushi/Time Bagel & Bubble Tea0.9 km
  • Lighthouse Fish & Chips0.8 km
  • + 13 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gidea Park0.6 km
  • Romford1.3 km
  • Emerson Park2.2 km