RM3 0EL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Newhall Drive, 0.6km 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 0EL offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £492k.
Census 2021 statistics for RM3 0EL are sourced from Output Area E00011485 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEWHALL DRIVE, RM3 0EL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWHALL DRIVE, RM3 0EL.
256
49
£ 57,100 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RM3 0EL 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. RM3 0EL's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £492k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £492k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM3 0EL. The average age is 49.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 430,000
6 sales · Mean £ 475,000
Detached
£ 475,000
1 sales · Mean £ 475,000
Terraced
£ 395,000
1 sales · Mean £ 395,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RM3 0EL 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.
school Local Schools
Broadford Primary School
Lime Academy Ravensbourne
Mead Primary School
Harold Court Primary School
Redden Court School
Harold Wood Primary School
Ardleigh Green Infant School (Ardleigh Green Learning Federation)
Ardleigh Green Junior School (Ardleigh Green Learning Federation)
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- News & Wine0.8 km
- Martins0.6 km
- MRH Faringdon0.8 km
- Next Retail0.9 km
- Nicky's News0.5 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Harold Wood Sports Association0.8 km
- King Harold0.5 km
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
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-op Food0.5 km
- Jayam Cash & Carry0.7 km
- Tesco Extra0.7 km
- Tesco Garage0.7 km
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 Park2.2 km
- Emerson Park3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Harold Wood Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: RM30EL · Data under Open Government Licence