Postcode Analysis Havering, London

ARLINGTON GARDENS, RM3 0EB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARLINGTON GARDENS, RM3 0EB.

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Population

523

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 57,100 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RM3 0EB 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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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RM3 0EB combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£493k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 6.3% year-on-year.

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

RM3 0EB is a safe, established residential area on Arlington Gardens, 0.7km from Harold Wood in Havering. Administratively it sits within Harold Wood ward and the Hornchurch and Upminster constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RM3, RM3 0EB offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Havering. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £493k, up 6.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RM3 0EB are sourced from Output Area E00011450 (shared with 8 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 RM3 0EB. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British67.1%
Asian / British Asian20.8%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed7.5%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Detached

£ 510,000

4 sales · Mean £ 533,750

Terraced

£ 475,000

3 sales · Mean £ 490,000

Semi-Detached

£ 450,000

7 sales · Mean £ 438,428

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

RM3 0EB has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour65
Violence and sexual offences52
Shoplifting22
Other theft21
Vehicle crime21

school Local Schools

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Broadford Primary School

Good666 pupils0.7 km
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Lime Academy Ravensbourne

Good79 pupils0.8 km
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Mead Primary School

Good734 pupils0.9 km
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Redden Court School

Outstanding969 pupils1.1 km
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Harold Court Primary School

Good388 pupils1.1 km
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Ardleigh Green Junior School (Ardleigh Green Learning Federation)

Outstanding1.3 km
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Ardleigh Green Infant School (Ardleigh Green Learning Federation)

Outstanding1.3 km
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Harold Wood Primary School

Good614 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • News & Wine0.9 km
  • Martins0.6 km
  • MRH Faringdon0.7 km
  • Next Retail0.9 km
  • Nicky's News0.5 km
  • + 14 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Harold Wood Sports Association0.8 km
  • King Harold0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • Bamboo Garden0.5 km
  • Bread & Breakfast0.6 km
  • Cafe Break0.5 km
  • Harold Wood Memorial Hall0.6 km
  • Jump Evolution0.5 km
  • + 20 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-op Food0.5 km
  • Jayam Cash & Carry0.7 km
  • Tesco Extra0.6 km
  • Tesco Garage0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Curry Pot0.8 km
  • Fat Indian Takeaway0.7 km
  • Tower Fish & Chips0.6 km
  • Jasmin Indian Takeaway0.4 km
  • The Royal Indian Takeaway0.8 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harold Wood0.6 km
  • Gidea Park2.1 km
  • Emerson Park3.0 km