Toronto Road is in Ilford and in Redbridge district. IG1 4RA is located in the Valentines electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ilford South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Toronto Road, Ilford, IG1 4RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG1 4QZ, IG1 4RD, IG1 4SF, IG1 4SP, IG1 4SE, IG1 4RE, IG1 4QX, IG1 4LG, IG1 4SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IG1 4RA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 50.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49.8% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 IG1 4RA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% 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 | 37.2% | 36.4% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 52.4% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 2.8% | 3.8% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -5.3% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.4% | -1.1% | 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 (86.1%) 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 | 50.4% | 50.1% | -0.3% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 36% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 14% | 10.6% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 45.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.4% | 15.3% | 1.9% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 7.2% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 13.4% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 14.3% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.4% | 45.8% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 12.0% |
| Other | 9.7% | 2.8% | -6.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 25.2% 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 | 9.7% | 16% | 6.3% | 1.1% | 14.9% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 20.2% | 23.3% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 20.2% |
| Pakistani | 15.9% | 16.4% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 13.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 6.2% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 4.6% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.7% | 3.6% | -3.1% | 1.0% | 2.6% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 37.2% | 25.2% | -12.0% | 81.4% | -56.2% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 57.2% 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 | 67.4% | 57.2% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -26.0% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 9.5% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 21.3% | 28.5% | 7.2% | 5.6% | 22.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.5% | 1.7% | -1.8% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 65.2% | 57.5% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -25.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 29.6% | 27.2% | 9.8% | 19.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 6.2% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 3.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 27% | 1.2% | -25.8% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 4.5% | 0.9% | 3.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4.5% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.6% | 13.5% | -10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 10.4% | 37.2% | -26.8% |
| Christian | 19.7% | 46.2% | -26.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 9.2% | 1.7% | 7.5% |
| Muslim | 47.4% | 6.5% | 40.9% |
| Sikh | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Toronto Road was 113.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.4% lower than the Ilford Town average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Toronto Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Ilford Town and the 189th highest crime rate of 746 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Toronto Road, Ilford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £331,100 | 2023-07-19 | £382,857 |
| 35 Toronto Road, Ilford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £551,000 | 2021-06-24 | £648,942 |
| 37 Toronto Road, Ilford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £201,000 | 2015-03-26 | £334,484 |
| 27 Toronto Road, Ilford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2014-06-27 | £247,987 |
| 19 Toronto Road, Ilford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2014-02-14 | £463,918 |
IG1 4RA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% 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.
IG1 4RA 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.
The percentage of student residents living in IG1 4RA area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Other | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheringham Nursery School & Children's Centre Sheringham Avenue , Manor Park E12 5PB | 4out of 4 | 1,987 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 4,378 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Nursery School Whitfield Road , E6 1AS | 4out of 4 | 4,584 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver Thomas Nursery School Mathews Avenue , East Ham E6 6BU | 4out of 4 | 4,768 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 4out of 4 | 4,974 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch Primary School Wellesley Road , IG1 4LQ | 3out of 4 | 339 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Junior School Wellesley Road , IG1 4LQ | - not rated | 339 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christchurch Infants' School Wellesley Road , IG1 4LQ | - not rated | 339 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winston Way Academy Winston Way , IG1 2WS | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winston Way Primary School Winston Way , IG1 2WS | - not rated | 1,003 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilford Ursuline High School Morland Road , IG1 4JU | - not rated | 728 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Ursuline Academy Ilford Morland Road , IG1 4JU | 3out of 4 | 728 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Valentines High School Cranbrook Road , IG2 6HX | 4out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Palmer Catholic Academy Aldborough Road South , Seven Kings IG3 8EU | 3out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Palmer Catholic School Aldborough Road South , Seven Kings IG3 8EU | - not rated | 1,439 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loxford School of Science and Technology Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | - not rated | 2,364 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdon School Sussex Road , East Ham E6 2PS | - not rated | 4,260 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbridge College Little Heath , Barley Lane RM6 4XT | - not rated | 3,614 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 | 4,403 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 | 4,571 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Kings School Ley Street , IG2 7BT | 4out of 4 | 769 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | 4out of 4 | 2,364 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbury Community School Hulse Avenue , IG11 9UW | 3out of 4 | 3,169 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atam Academy Little Heath , RM6 4XX | 3out of 4 | 3,514 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenarm College 20 Coventry Road , IG1 4QR | - not rated | 603 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park School for Girls 20-22 Park Avenue , IG1 4RS | - not rated | 631 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Apex Secondary School for Girls 287 Cranbrook Road , IG1 4UA | - not rated | 763 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Apex Secondary School for Boys 287 Cranbrook Road , IG1 4UA | - not rated | 763 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Ursuline Prep School Ilford 2-4 Coventry Road , IG1 4QR | - not rated | 764 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sahajanand Catering Limited | 149 Ley Street | 589 yd | |
| Ley Street Cafe Bar | 313 Ley Street | 606 yd | |
| Masala Hut | 328 Ley Street | 622 yd | |
| Smade lounge | 284-294 Ley Street | 629 yd | |
| Al Qasr Restaurant | 308 Ley Street | 636 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ilford Liberal Club | 10 Balfour Road | 739 yd | |
| The Great Spoon Of Ilford | 114 Cranbrook Road | 814 yd | |
| Jono's Freehouse | 37 Cranbrook Road | 979 yd | |
| O'Neills | 109 Station Road | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixy Chicken Ilford Ltd | 221 Ley Street | 589 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar | 157 Ley Street | 589 yd | |
| Caffe Italiano | Ley Street Plaza, 153-155 Ley Street | 589 yd | |
| Tastee singh | 309 Ley Street | 601 yd | |
| Crave Pizza | 345 Ley Street | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores | Ground Floor, 284-294 Ley Street | 587 yd | |
| Lidl | 261-275 High Road | 809 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 261-275 High Road | 809 yd | |
| Tesco | 74-76 Cranbrook Road | 853 yd | |
| Azad Food Centre | 411-413 High Road | 931 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ursuline Academy Ilford MORLAND ROAD | 725 yd | |
| Valentines Park EMERSON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 767 yd |
| Seven Kings High School LEY STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (Ilford) 261-275 261-275 HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 810 yd |
| Vine United Reformed Church Hall RICHES ROAD | 931 yd | |
| Cardinal Heenan Centre CARDINAL HEENAN CENTRE CARDINAL HEENAN CENTRE HIGH ROAD | 950 yd | |
| Apples Health Clubs (Newbury Park) 728-730 728-730 EASTERN AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 951 yd |
| Pure Gym (London Ilford) 151-161 151-161 High Road | health and fitness suite | 985 yd |
| Fort Galaxy Gym CONNAUGHT LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,070 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 153.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.