RM5 2AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lowshoe Lane, 0.3km from Collier Row in Havering. Administratively it sits within Mawneys ward and the Romford constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £410k, up 1.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for RM5 2AS are sourced from Output Area E00011625 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOWSHOE LANE, RM5 2AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWSHOE LANE, RM5 2AS.
391
38
£ 50,200 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
RM5 2AS is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £410k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RM5 2AS. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 415,000
5 sales · Mean £ 391,600
Terraced
£ 356,000
2 sales · Mean £ 356,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RM5 2AS is moderate at 51 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Crownfield Junior School
Crownfield Infant School
Clockhouse Primary School
Parklands Primary School
Rise Park Junior School
Rise Park Infant School
Oasis Academy Pinewood
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Bowl Bar (City Pavilion)0.6 km
- Colley Rowe Inn0.4 km
- Royal British Legion0.9 km
- Bell & Gate0.6 km
- RM5 Lounge0.6 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- GB Wines Ltd0.6 km
- Jacksons0.6 km
- The Little Cake Factory0.6 km
- Abirami Food & Wine0.9 km
- Collier Row Convenience Store0.5 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Chick'N Shack0.6 km
- Cob's Bakery0.6 km
- Desi Kitchen0.9 km
- Shen Kebab0.6 km
- Charcoal Grill0.5 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- Bhais Dessert Bar0.4 km
- Burger Inn0.4 km
- Cafe 230.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- Happy Chef0.1 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.4 km
- Co-op Food1.0 km
- Tesco0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Romford3.0 km
- Chadwell Heath3.8 km
- Gidea Park3.8 km
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Postcode Profile: RM52AS · Data under Open Government Licence