Elmcroft Avenue is in London and in Redbridge district. E11 2DU 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 2DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E11 2DF, E11 2DX, E11 2EX, E11 2EY, E11 2EU, E11 2DR, E11 2EZ, E11 2DT, E11 2DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding E11 2DU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 49.3% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.7% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 26.1% | 41.3% | 15.2% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 44.6% | -15.6% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.8% | 57% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 8.6% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 30.2% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 10% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
In the area around E11 2DU this area, 6.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 55.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.6% | 6.9% | -9.7% | 18.2% | -11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 5.8% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 9.1% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 17.9% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.9% | 55.1% | 13.2% | 33.8% | 21.3% |
| Other | 7.5% | 1.8% | -5.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.7% 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 | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 2.8% | 1.1% | -1.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 7.2% | 5.1% | -2.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% |
| Pakistani | 13.8% | 10% | -3.8% | 2.7% | 7.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 61.6% | 69.7% | 8.1% | 81.4% | -11.7% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 81.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 81.5% | 3.7% | 83.2% | -1.7% |
| European Union | 5% | 5.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 6.6% | 4.3% | -2.3% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.4% | 4.8% | -3.6% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.6% | 81.3% | 4.7% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 14.8% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.2% | 1.4% | -15.8% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 32.6% | 46.2% | -13.6% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 9.3% | 6.5% | 2.8% |
| Sikh | 4.8% | 0.9% | 3.9% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elmcroft Avenue was 36.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.8% lower than the Wanstead Park average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Elmcroft Avenue has the 13th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Wanstead Park and the 188th lowest crime rate of 757 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Elmcroft Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2024-03-28 | £762,288 |
| 14 Elmcroft Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-04-23 | £739,159 |
| 2 Elmcroft Avenue, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £737,500 | 2021-02-05 | £840,407 |
| 25 Elmcroft Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £810,000 | 2019-11-08 | £1,006,868 |
| 27 Elmcroft Avenue, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2019-08-01 | £852,607 |
E11 2DU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
E11 2DU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 3out of 4 | 3,051 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Hill Nursery School Woodbury Road , Walthamstow E17 9SB | 4out of 4 | 3,143 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 4,152 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 | 4,282 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Hall Nursery School Low Hall Lane , Walthamstow E17 8BE | 3out of 4 | 4,415 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snaresbrook Primary School Meadow Walk , South Woodford E18 2EN | 3out of 4 | 446 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wanstead Church School Church Path , Wanstead E11 2SS | 4out of 4 | 522 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nightingale Primary School Ashbourne Avenue , South Woodford E18 1PL | 4out of 4 | 601 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School Chestnut Drive , Wanstead E11 2TA | 3out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Infants' School Woodville Road , South Woodford E18 1JU | 3out of 4 | 1,221 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,079 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leytonstone School Colworth Road , Leytonstone E11 1JD | 3out of 4 | 1,771 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal High School Woodford Bridge Road , IG4 5LP | 4out of 4 | 1,873 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge High School St Barnabas Road , IG8 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,262 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Connaught School for Girls Dyers Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 4AE | 3out of 4 | 2,635 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | 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 | 2,427 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 3,028 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir George Monoux College Chingford Road , Walthamstow E17 5AA | - not rated | 3,474 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Big Creative Academy 38, Clifton Avenue , Walthamstow E17 6HL | - not rated | 5,010 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 3,282 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | 3out of 4 | 3,572 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Kings School Ley Street , IG2 7BT | 4out of 4 | 4,736 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | 4out of 4 | 4,878 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snaresbrook Prep School 75 Woodford Road , South Woodford E18 2EA | - not rated | 1,141 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest School College Place , Snaresbrook E17 3PY | - not rated | 1,412 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatton School and Special Needs Centre Roding Lane South , IG8 8EU | 4out of 4 | 1,591 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stradbroke C/O Tulipcare , 19-20 Bourne Court, Southend Road IG8 8HD | - not rated | 1,595 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Beacon Business Innovation Hub Woodford Bridge Road , Clayhall IG4 5LP | 2out of 4 | 1,873 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | 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 | 106 yd | |
| India Garden | 12 Nightingale Lane | 260 yd | |
| More Italy | 33 High Street | 469 yd | |
| Gezi Park Restaurant | 27 High Street | 469 yd | |
| The Larder | 39 High Street | 469 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Duke | 79 Nightingale Lane | 77 yd | |
| The Cuckfield Public House | 31 High Street | 469 yd | |
| Eton Manor Rugby Club | Nutter Lane | 500 yd | |
| Toby Carvery (Eagle) | 73 Hollybush Hill | 644 yd | |
| The Bull | 129 High Street | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Chef | 25 High Street | 469 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 35 High Street | 469 yd | |
| The Lighthouse Fish Bar | 8 Clock House Parade, High Street | 561 yd | |
| The Tiffin Tin | 4 Station Parade, High Street | 583 yd | |
| Ookii Sushi | 132 Hermon Hill | 659 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores | 65-67 High Street | 469 yd | |
| Co-op | 87 High Street | 524 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | 157 High Street | 672 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Drummond Lawn Tennis Club Nutter Lane | tennis courts | 646 yd |
| Wanstead Youth Centre ELMCROFT AVENUE | 649 yd | |
| The New Wilderness - Eton Manor Rugby Football Club Nutter Lane | grass pitches | 808 yd |
| Nutters Field NUTTER LANE | grass pitches | 821 yd |
| Holy Trinity Church Hall HERMON HILL | 846 yd | |
| Wanstead Leisure Centre WANSTEAD LEISURE CENTRE WANSTEAD LEISURE CENTRE REDBRIDGE LANE WEST | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 957 yd |
| Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Church Hall CAMBRIDGE PARK | 997 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 | 51.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 25.9% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.