Postcode Analysis Havering, London

MAIN ROAD, RM2 5EL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, RM2 5EL.

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Population

348

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 57,100 /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 5EL 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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3/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
paymentsAffluence
9/10
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4/10
homeHome Ownership
8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. RM2 5EL spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 10.6% year-on-year.

home £228,500 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RM2 5EL is a safe, established residential area on Main Road, 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 5EL 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. Property: Average house prices are around £228k, up 10.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RM2 5EL are sourced from Output Area E00011656 (shared with 13 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 5EL. 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

White / British85.4%
Asian / British Asian8.0%
Black / African / Caribbean3.4%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 38%
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

Flat

£ 220,500

3 sales · Mean £ 225,833

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

RM2 5EL has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour22
Shoplifting21
Violence and sexual offences18
Burglary9
Vehicle crime9

school Local Schools

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Gidea Park Primary School

Good447 pupils0.6 km
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The Royal Liberty School

Good700 pupils0.7 km
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Marshalls Park Academy

Good1134 pupils1.2 km
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Squirrels Heath Infant School

Good264 pupils1.2 km
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Squirrels Heath Junior School

Good315 pupils1.2 km
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Lime Academy Ravensbourne

Good79 pupils1.4 km
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Ardleigh Green Infant School (Ardleigh Green Learning Federation)

Outstanding1.4 km
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Ardleigh Green Junior School (Ardleigh Green Learning Federation)

Outstanding1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • MNR Retail0.9 km
  • Star Wines & Foods0.9 km
  • Station Road Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Booze Express0.8 km
  • R & J Darvill Sons0.0 km
  • + 9 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • New Inn0.9 km
  • Harvester Gidea Park0.0 km
  • Gidea Park Micropub0.0 km
  • Romford Conservative & Constitutional Club0.3 km
  • Archers0.0 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Breakfast & Lunch Kitchen Ltd0.6 km
  • Cafe Royale0.8 km
  • Gidea Park Bowling Club0.8 km
  • Kervan Kitchen0.7 km
  • Sushi Park0.8 km
  • + 16 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Chillies0.6 km
  • CDO Sushi0.7 km
  • Millie's Coffee House Kiosk0.8 km
  • Balgores Best Kebab0.6 km
  • GeTurkish0.7 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Repton Private Hotel0.5 km
  • Rocco's Food & Bar0.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gidea Park0.7 km
  • Romford1.8 km
  • Emerson Park2.4 km