Charnwood Drive is in London and in Redbridge district. E18 1PF is located in the South Woodford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ilford North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Charnwood Drive, London, E18 1PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E18 1PG, E18 1NT, E18 1QG, E18 1PN, E18 1PJ, E18 1PQ, E18 1PH, E18 1PL, E18 1NS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around E18 1PF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of E18 1PF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.5% | 19.6% | -5.9% | 37.9% | -18.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 65.5% | 5.6% | 44.2% | 21.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 5.8% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 (88.2%) 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 | 51.2% | 56.6% | 5.4% | 48.4% | 8.2% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 31.6% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 8.8% | -4.0% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 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 54.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.1% | 10.5% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 5.1% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 9.1% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.1% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 12.4% | -2.9% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.9% | 54.5% | 17.6% | 33.8% | 20.7% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.3% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69% 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 | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 3.9% | 12.9% | 9.0% | 3.1% | 9.8% |
| Pakistani | 4.8% | 5.5% | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 80.4% | 69% | -11.4% | 81.4% | -12.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 79.2% 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 | 80.4% | 79.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | -4.0% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 6.1% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 8.6% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.2% | 78.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 17.6% | 17.6% | 9.8% | 7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.2% | 0.6% | -14.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.3% | 37.2% | -9.9% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 14.1% | 6.5% | 7.6% |
| Sikh | 8% | 0.9% | 7.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Charnwood Drive was 28.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.1% lower than the Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Charnwood Drive has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 144 local areas in Bridge and the 120th lowest crime rate of 746 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.2%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Charnwood Drive, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2023-07-11 | £951,312 |
| 51 Charnwood Drive, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,300,000 | 2023-01-19 | £1,404,000 |
| 63 Charnwood Drive, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2021-10-19 | £845,367 |
| 51 Charnwood Drive, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2018-10-18 | £820,093 |
| 45 Charnwood Drive, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2016-03-18 | £879,070 |
E18 1PF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
E18 1PF 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Hill Nursery School Woodbury Road , Walthamstow E17 9SB | 4out of 4 | 3,434 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 4out of 4 | 3,519 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 | 4,441 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 4,545 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Low Hall Nursery School Low Hall Lane , Walthamstow E17 8BE | 4out of 4 | 4,770 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 | 250 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Snaresbrook Primary School Meadow Walk , South Woodford E18 2EN | 3out of 4 | 566 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School Oakdale Road , South Woodford E18 1JX | - not rated | 782 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Junior School Oakdale Road , Redbridge E18 1JX | - not rated | 782 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Infants' School Woodville Road , South Woodford E18 1JU | - not rated | 816 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 | 1,281 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal High School Woodford Bridge Road , IG4 5LP | 3out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal High School Woodford Bridge Road , IG4 5LP | - not rated | 1,534 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge High School St Barnabas Road , IG8 7DQ | 4out of 4 | 1,847 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leytonstone School Colworth Road , Leytonstone E11 1JD | 3out of 4 | 2,221 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 | 2,845 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 3,211 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir George Monoux College Chingford Road , Walthamstow E17 5AA | - not rated | 3,602 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Big Creative Academy 38, Clifton Avenue , Walthamstow E17 6HL | - not rated | 5,268 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 | 3,736 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | 3out of 4 | 4,022 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Mitchell School Farmer Road , Leyton E10 5DN | - not rated | 4,022 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Kings School Ley Street , IG2 7BT | 4out of 4 | 4,618 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Chobham 40 Cheering Lane , E20 1BD | - not rated | 5,356 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 | 958 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stradbroke 133 Stradbroke Grove , Ilford IG5 0DL | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hatton Special School Roding Lane South , IG8 8EU | - not rated | 1,163 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilyvale C/O TulipCare , 19-20 Bourne Court IG8 8HD | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Finnish Primary School London 8 Northview Drive , IG8 8QJ | - not rated | 1,275 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Fish Restaurant | 142 Hermon Hill | 396 yd | |
| The Lane | 82 Nightingale Lane | 571 yd | |
| India Garden | 12 Nightingale Lane | 732 yd | |
| Cafe Royale | 65 George Lane | 767 yd | |
| Jaipur | 80 George Lane | 767 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Duke | 79 Nightingale Lane | 500 yd | |
| Eton Manor Rugby Club | Nutter Lane | 764 yd | |
| The Railway Bell Public House | 87 George Lane | 767 yd | |
| Toby Carvery (Eagle) | 73 Hollybush Hill | 869 yd | |
| The Cuckfield Public House | 31 High Street | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ookii Sushi | 132 Hermon Hill | 351 yd | |
| Fireaway | 140 Hermon Hill | 360 yd | |
| Yummy Thai | 136 Hermon Hill | 396 yd | |
| Sakura Hot Food & Buns | 160 Hermon Hill | 396 yd | |
| Pink Garlic and Yummy Thai | 136 Hermon Hill | 396 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Operative Food, 55-57 George Lane | 767 yd | |
| Tesco Stores | 65-67 High Street | 913 yd | |
| Co-op | 87 High Street | 997 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Southend Road | 1,010 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wanstead Youth Centre ELMCROFT AVENUE | 398 yd | |
| Holy Trinity Church Hall HERMON HILL | 410 yd | |
| Curves For Women (South Woodford) (Closed) GEORGE LANE | health and fitness suite | 890 yd |
| The New Wilderness - Eton Manor Rugby Football Club Nutter Lane | grass pitches | 957 yd |
| Nutters Field NUTTER LANE | grass pitches | 965 yd |
| Drummond Lawn Tennis Club Nutter Lane | tennis courts | 981 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 166.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.