Postcode Analysis Havering, London

MAIN ROAD, RM2 5JB House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

363

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 57,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM2 5JB 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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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

RM2 5JB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £875k, 86% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £875k 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 5JB is a sought-after residential area on Main Road, 0.4km 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 5JB offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% 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 £875k. 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 5JB are sourced from Output Area E00011740 (shared with 18 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 5JB. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.0%
Asian / British Asian10.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
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

Detached

£ 975,000

1 sales · Mean £ 975,000

Semi-Detached

£ 702,500

2 sales · Mean £ 702,500

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

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

Violence and sexual offences26
Anti-social behaviour22
Vehicle crime12
Burglary9
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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Gidea Park Primary School

Good447 pupils0.2 km
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Marshalls Park Academy

Good1134 pupils0.9 km
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St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good629 pupils1.0 km
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Good417 pupils1.1 km
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The Royal Liberty School

Good700 pupils1.1 km
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Squirrels Heath Junior School

Good315 pupils1.2 km
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Squirrels Heath Infant School

Good264 pupils1.2 km
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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Good1438 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Fimcom Foods UK1.0 km
  • Savers1.0 km
  • Ssweet Shack1.0 km
  • Carlton Food and Wine0.8 km
  • R & J Darvill Sons0.5 km
  • + 25 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • The Bull1.0 km
  • The Lamb1.0 km
  • Liberty Bell0.9 km
  • R A F A Club0.8 km
  • Romford Conservative Club0.8 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

39 nearby
  • Cafe Fino1.0 km
  • Hope Cafe1.0 km
  • Jamies Diner1.0 km
  • Sunrise Jacket Potato & Oriental Food1.0 km
  • Teapot Cafe1.0 km
  • + 34 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
  • Asda0.9 km
  • Co-op0.5 km
  • Iceland1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • CDO Sushi0.9 km
  • Millie's Coffee House Kiosk0.8 km
  • Krispy Kreme Romford Liberty1.0 km
  • Haute Panini0.9 km
  • XiFang Bubble Tea0.9 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Repton Private Hotel0.2 km
  • Rocco's Food & Bar0.5 km
  • Travelodge London Romford1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gidea Park0.8 km
  • Romford1.4 km
  • Emerson Park2.6 km