RM2 5EA is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Gidea Park in Havering. Administratively it sits within Marshalls & Rise Park ward and the Romford constituency.
For families considering a move, RM2 5EA represents a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for RM2 5EA are sourced from Output Area E00011656 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RM2 5EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RM2 5EA.
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44
£ 57,100 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RM2 5EA 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. RM2 5EA spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM2 5EA. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RM2 5EA has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Royal Liberty School
Gidea Park Primary School
Marshalls Park Academy
Lime Academy Ravensbourne
Squirrels Heath Junior School
Squirrels Heath Infant School
Ardleigh Green Junior School (Ardleigh Green Learning Federation)
Ardleigh Green Infant School (Ardleigh Green Learning Federation)
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- MNR Retail1.0 km
- Star Wines & Foods0.9 km
- Station Road Convenience Store0.9 km
- Booze Express0.9 km
- R & J Darvill Sons0.2 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- New Inn1.0 km
- Harvester Gidea Park0.1 km
- Gidea Park Micropub0.2 km
- Romford Conservative & Constitutional Club0.3 km
- Archers0.2 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Breakfast & Lunch Kitchen Ltd0.7 km
- Cafe Royale0.8 km
- Gidea Park Bowling Club0.7 km
- Kervan Kitchen0.8 km
- Sushi Park0.9 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Chillies0.7 km
- CDO Sushi0.8 km
- Millie's Coffee House Kiosk0.8 km
- Balgores Best Kebab0.7 km
- GeTurkish0.8 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Repton Private Hotel0.6 km
- Rocco's Food & Bar0.1 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gidea Park0.8 km
- Romford1.9 km
- Harold Wood2.4 km
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