Alders Close is in London and in Redbridge district. E11 3RZ is located in the Wanstead Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leyton and Wanstead. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alders Close, London, E11 3RZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E11 3SE, E11 3SB, E11 3SG, E11 3RU, E11 3RT, E11 3RR, E11 3RX, E11 3RY, E11 3SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding E11 3RZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 55.9% | 54.4% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 44.1% | 45.6% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around E11 3RZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.6% | 48.4% | -0.2% | 37.9% | 10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 33.7% | -0.8% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 7.6% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 5.4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 42.3% | 56.4% | 14.1% | 48.4% | 8.0% |
| Good health | 42.3% | 29.1% | -13.2% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 11% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 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.
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 53.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.1% | 11.4% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 6.5% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.2% | 9.8% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 18.5% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 53.8% | 15.9% | 33.8% | 20.0% |
| Other | 8.5% | 0% | -8.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 57.9% 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 | 0.5% | 4.4% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 3.3% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 7.5% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 4.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 4.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 8.3% | 6.9% | 2.5% | 5.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.4% | 2.2% | -3.2% | 1.0% | 1.2% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 3.5% | 3.0% | 0.4% | 3.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 4.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| White | 76.1% | 57.9% | -18.2% | 81.4% | -23.5% |
| Other | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 3.7% |
In this area, 64% 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 | 74.8% | 64% | -10.8% | 83.2% | -19.2% |
| European Union | 8.6% | 14.9% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 8.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 4.5% | 2.6% | -1.9% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 3.6% | 8.3% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 5.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 8.8% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73.9% | 64.3% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -18.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 20.7% | 19.8% | 9.8% | 10.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.6% | 7% | -1.6% | 2.9% | 4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.4% | 2.6% | -7.8% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.1% | 76.7% | -4.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 3.9% | 0.6% | 3.3% |
| Portugal | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Lithuania | 3.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.6% | 37.2% | -9.6% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 5.3% | 1.7% | 3.6% |
| Muslim | 15.1% | 6.5% | 8.6% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alders Close was 172.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 160.2% higher than the Wanstead Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Alders Close has the highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Wanstead Park and the 100th highest crime rate of 746 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Alders Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2025-11-14 | £516,477 |
| 15 Alders Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2025-08-20 | £532,394 |
| 10 Alders Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2025-07-01 | £239,830 |
| 54 Alders Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2025-03-27 | £507,692 |
| 5 Alders Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2024-10-30 | £305,797 |
E11 3RZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 3RZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 92 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 4out of 4 | 1,297 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 1,821 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 | 2,750 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ronald Openshaw Nursery School Henniker Road , Stratford E15 1JP | 4out of 4 | 2,772 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Nursery School Whitfield Road , E6 1AS | 4out of 4 | 3,239 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldersbrook Primary School Harpenden Road , Wanstead E12 5HL | - not rated | 565 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Davies Lane Junior School Davies Lane , Leytonstone E11 3DR | - not rated | 1,018 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Davies Lane Primary School Davies Lane , Leytonstone E11 3DR | 4out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Davies Lane Primary School Davies Lane , Leytonstone E11 3DR | - not rated | 1,165 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cann Hall Junior School Cann Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 3NN | - not rated | 1,263 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Hood Community Science College Terling Close , Leytonstone E11 3NT | - not rated | 1,202 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wanstead High School Redbridge Lane West , Wanstead E11 2JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,632 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Gate Community School Forest Lane , E7 9BB | - not rated | 1,695 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Gate Community School Forest Lane , E7 9BB | 4out of 4 | 1,695 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Connaught School for Girls Connaught Road , Leytonstone E11 4AB | - not rated | 1,743 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langdon School Sussex Road , East Ham E6 2PS | - not rated | 4,940 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School of Science and Technology Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | - not rated | 4,970 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 2,739 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London Academy of Excellence Broadway House , 322 High Street E15 1AJ | - not rated | 3,651 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mary Ward Centre (AE Centre) 275 - 285 High Street , Stratford E15 2TF | - not rated | 4,028 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy 326 Barking Road , East Ham E6 2BB | - not rated | 4,311 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newham College of Further Education East Ham Campus , High Street South E6 6ER | - not rated | 4,381 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 | 1,263 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | 3out of 4 | 3,138 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | - not rated | 3,138 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | - not rated | 3,147 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| School 21 Pitchford Street , E15 4RZ | - not rated | 3,521 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sansom Road PRU 8 Sansom Road , Leytonstone E11 3HE | - not rated | 1,147 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Convent School 59 Cambridge Park , Wanstead E11 2PR | - not rated | 1,311 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Lyceum Newham Bignold Hall , Bignold Road E7 0EX | - not rated | 1,343 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Zakariya Primary School 447-451 Romford Road , Forest Gate E7 8AB | - not rated | 2,003 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurel Leaf School 362 Romford Road , Forest Gate E7 8BS | - not rated | 2,050 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&G's Culinary Kitchen at The Holly Tree | 141 Dames Road | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldersbrook Bowls Club Limited | 34 Aldersbrook Road | 736 yd | |
| The Rookwood Village | 314-316 Cann Hall Road | 982 yd | |
| The Holly Tree Public House | 141 Dames Road | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaiiwala | 19 Aldersbrook Road | 521 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aldersbrook Lawn Tennis Club ALDERSBROOK LAWN TENNIS CLUB ALDERSBROOK LAWN TENNIS CLUB BLAKE HALL CRESCENT | tennis courts | 283 yd |
| St Gabriel'S C Of E Church Hall PARK ROAD | 384 yd | |
| Swaminarayan Sports Club SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND BLAKE HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 665 yd |
| Wanstead Flats (Aldersbrook Road) ALDERSBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 722 yd |
| Wanstead And Snaresbrook Cricket Club OVERTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Wanstead Flats (Harrow Road) ACACIA ROAD | grass pitches | 896 yd |
| Wanstead Golf Club OVERTON DRIVE | golf | 1,027 yd |
| Wanstead Flats (Capel Road) CAPEL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,043 yd |
| Cann Hall Methodist Church Hall Cann Hall Road | 1,088 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 | 85.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 9.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 65.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.81 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.81 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.95 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.