Elmcroft Avenue is in London and in Redbridge district. E11 2DB is located in the Wanstead Village electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leyton and Wanstead. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elmcroft Avenue, London, E11 2DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E11 2EG, E11 2BS, E11 2EJ, E11 2DA, E11 2BZ, E11 2DD, E11 2BT, E11 2BP, E11 2BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding E11 2DB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 55.3% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 45.8% | 44.7% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.4% | 40.1% | 1.7% | 37.9% | 2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 45.7% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 6.9% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 4.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.8% | 50% | -4.8% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 29% | 34.3% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 10.3% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.5% | 12.1% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 8.3% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.2% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 11.1% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.4% | 47.8% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 14.0% |
| Other | 7.7% | 3.5% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 54.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 4.4% | 5.7% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 5.0% |
| Indian | 9.3% | 8.4% | -0.9% | 3.1% | 5.3% |
| Pakistani | 4.9% | 4.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Other Asian | 5.9% | 2.4% | -3.5% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 4.6% | 3.5% | -1.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 3.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.7% |
| White | 59.6% | 54.6% | -5.0% | 81.4% | -26.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 4.9% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, 68.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 68.7% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -14.5% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 6.7% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 3.0% |
| Africa | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.9% | 12.4% | -0.5% | 5.6% | 6.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72% | 68.7% | -3.3% | 83.2% | -14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 22.1% | 20.6% | 9.8% | 12.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.8% | 3.5% | -15.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 4.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Hindu | 5.9% | 1.7% | 4.2% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 11.3% | 6.5% | 4.8% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elmcroft Avenue was 93.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.4% higher than the Wanstead Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elmcroft Avenue has the 9th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Wanstead Park and the 243rd highest crime rate of 746 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88 Elmcroft Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2026-01-21 | £776,406 |
| 134 Elmcroft Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2025-03-28 | £733,848 |
| 140 Elmcroft Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2024-03-12 | £812,288 |
| 130 Elmcroft Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £712,000 | 2022-10-10 | £769,904 |
| 112 Elmcroft Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2022-03-30 | £708,290 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Other | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 4out of 4 | 3,437 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Nursery School Woodbury Road , Walthamstow E17 9SB | 4out of 4 | 3,691 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheringham Nursery School & Children's Centre Sheringham Avenue , Manor Park E12 5PB | 4out of 4 | 4,113 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 4,344 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Hall Nursery School Low Hall Lane , Walthamstow E17 8BE | 4out of 4 | 4,985 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nightingale Primary School Ashbourne Avenue , South Woodford E18 1PL | 3out of 4 | 141 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Snaresbrook Primary School Meadow Walk , South Woodford E18 2EN | 3out of 4 | 851 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wanstead Church School Church Path , Wanstead E11 2SS | 3out of 4 | 989 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School Oakdale Road , South Woodford E18 1JX | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School Oakdale Road , Redbridge E18 1JX | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wanstead High School Redbridge Lane West , Wanstead E11 2JZ | 3out of 4 | 999 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal High School Woodford Bridge Road , IG4 5LP | 3out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal High School Woodford Bridge Road , IG4 5LP | - not rated | 1,298 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge High School St Barnabas Road , IG8 7DQ | 4out of 4 | 2,079 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leytonstone School Colworth Road , Leytonstone E11 1JD | 3out of 4 | 2,333 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leyton Sixth Form College Essex Road , Leyton E10 6EQ | - not rated | 3,000 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 3,516 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir George Monoux College Chingford Road , Walthamstow E17 5AA | - not rated | 3,924 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buxton School 234 Cann Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 3NN | 3out of 4 | 3,622 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | 3out of 4 | 4,129 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | - not rated | 4,129 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Kings School Ley Street , IG2 7BT | 4out of 4 | 4,283 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 5,110 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatton Special School Roding Lane South , IG8 8EU | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stradbroke 133 Stradbroke Grove , Ilford IG5 0DL | - not rated | 1,094 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Lilyvale C/O TulipCare , 19-20 Bourne Court IG8 8HD | - not rated | 1,143 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| SBK Independent School 203 Redbridge Lane East , Redbridge IG4 5DF | - not rated | 1,243 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Finnish Primary School London 8 Northview Drive , IG8 8QJ | - not rated | 1,288 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lane | 82 Nightingale Lane | 580 yd | |
| India Garden | 12 Nightingale Lane | 702 yd | |
| Ark Fish Restaurant | 142 Hermon Hill | 740 yd | |
| More Italy | 33 High Street | 942 yd | |
| Gezi Park Restaurant | 27 High Street | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eton Manor Rugby Club | Nutter Lane | 496 yd | |
| The Duke | 79 Nightingale Lane | 548 yd | |
| The Cuckfield Public House | 31 High Street | 942 yd | |
| The Bull | 129 High Street | 1,023 yd | |
| The George Public House | The George, 159 High Street | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ookii Sushi | 132 Hermon Hill | 698 yd | |
| Fireaway | 140 Hermon Hill | 708 yd | |
| Yummy Thai | 136 Hermon Hill | 740 yd | |
| Sakura Hot Food & Buns | 160 Hermon Hill | 740 yd | |
| Pink Garlic and Yummy Thai | 136 Hermon Hill | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores | 65-67 High Street | 942 yd | |
| Co-op | 87 High Street | 943 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | 157 High Street | 1,023 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Southend Road | 1,075 yd | |
| Co-op | Co-Operative Food, 55-57 George Lane | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wanstead Youth Centre ELMCROFT AVENUE | 176 yd | |
| The New Wilderness - Eton Manor Rugby Football Club Nutter Lane | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Nutters Field NUTTER LANE | grass pitches | 627 yd |
| Holy Trinity Church Hall HERMON HILL | 720 yd | |
| Drummond Lawn Tennis Club Nutter Lane | tennis courts | 727 yd |
| Wanstead Leisure Centre WANSTEAD LEISURE CENTRE WANSTEAD LEISURE CENTRE REDBRIDGE LANE WEST | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 998 yd |
| Redbridge Recreation Ground REDBRIDGE RECREATION GROUND REDBRIDGE RECREATION GROUND KESWICK GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,060 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 52.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.