Torrington Drive is in Loughton and in Epping Forest district. IG10 3TA is located in the Loughton Roding electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Epping Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Torrington Drive, Loughton, IG10 3TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG10 3ST, IG10 3SY, IG10 3SX, IG10 3SP, IG10 3TB, IG10 3SS, IG10 3UA, IG10 2AX, IG10 2BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IG10 3TA has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.5% of the population 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 | 54.7% | 56.5% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 5.5% |
| Male | 45.3% | 43.5% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -5.5% |
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 IG10 3TA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.2% 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 | 29.1% | 50.2% | 21.1% | 37.9% | 12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38% | 30.1% | -7.9% | 44.2% | -14.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 12.6% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 3% | -12.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.4% | 49.6% | 17.2% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 27.3% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -6.3% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 12.4% | -7.2% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 12.3% | 7.4% | -4.9% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.9% | 28% | -16.9% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 10.4% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.6% | 12.3% | 4.7% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 1.5% | -3.6% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 16.8% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 26.1% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4.9% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 93.3% | 84.2% | -9.1% | 81.4% | 2.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 93.9% | 88.8% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 5.8% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 89.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8% | 8.0% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0.6% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 39.6% | 46.2% | -6.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Torrington Drive was 17.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.4% lower than the Loughton Fairmead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Torrington Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Loughton Fairmead and the 37th lowest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 Torrington Drive, Loughton, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-07-24 | £278,311 |
| 35 Torrington Drive, Loughton, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £368,000 | 2023-03-29 | £358,997 |
| 61 Torrington Drive, Loughton, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-06-28 | £271,703 |
| 37 Torrington Drive, Loughton, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-02-04 | £275,176 |
| 37 Torrington Drive, Loughton, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-10-11 | £175,881 |
IG10 3TA 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 | 69 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Willingale Primary School and Nursery The Broadway , IG10 3SR | 3out of 4 | 259 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Primary School Burney Drive , IG10 2DY | 3out of 4 | 695 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Alderton Junior School Alderton Hall Lane , IG10 3HE | 2out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Alderton Infant School Alderton Hall Lane , IG10 3HE | 3out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereward Primary School Colebrook Lane , IG10 2HR | 4out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debden Park High School Willingale Road , Debden IG10 2BQ | 4out of 4 | 966 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Davenant Foundation School Chester Road , IG10 2LD | 4out of 4 | 1,828 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roding Valley High School Alderton Hill , IG10 3JA | 3out of 4 | 2,118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hatch High School High Road , IG7 5BT | 3out of 4 | 4,524 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Academy Harbourer Road , Hainault IG6 3TN | 3out of 4 | 5,278 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak View School Whitehills Road , IG10 1TS | 3out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft School Whitakers Way , Baldwins Hill IG10 1SQ | - not rated | 2,050 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chigwell School High Road , IG7 6QF | - not rated | 2,705 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guru Gobind Singh Khalsa College Roding Lane , IG7 6BQ | - not rated | 2,847 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands School 6/8 Albion Hill , IG10 4RA | - not rated | 2,964 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshwaters | 38 The Broadway, Loughton | 96 yd | |
| T & J Kelly | 82 The Broadway, Loughton | 96 yd | |
| Golden Anchor | 28 The Broadway, Loughton | 96 yd | |
| Efezade | 12-14 The Broadway, Loughton | 96 yd | |
| Come N Play Cafe | 65 The Broadway, Loughton | 157 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub | Unit F, Landmark House, 3 The Broadway | 286 yd | |
| Manjal Indian Restaurant | Sports Pavilion, Langston Road | 392 yd | |
| Debden Sports Club | Chigwell Lane, Loughton | 585 yd | |
| Woolston Manor GC (ATA Shimla) | Woolston Manor Golf Club, Abridge Road | 925 yd | |
| Topgolf | Abridge Road, Chigwell | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Broadway Fried Chicken & Pizza | 40 The Broadway, Loughton | 96 yd | |
| FABIO's | Kiosk, Debden Station | 204 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 21 The Broadway, Loughton | 215 yd | |
| Healthy Options (Wickes) | Goldstone House, Langston Road | 302 yd | |
| Gulloti Cafe | 62 Borders Lane, Loughton | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 22-24 The Broadway, Loughton | 96 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 12 Torrington Drive, Loughton | 221 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 2, Epping Forest Shopping Park | 478 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Body & Soul (Loughton) (Closed) Torrington Drive | health and fitness suite | 234 yd |
| Pro Sw Gym SEEDBED CENTRE SEEDBED CENTRE LANGSTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 335 yd |
| Loughton Sports Bar (Closed) Langston Road | health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 540 yd |
| The Football Academy SPORTS PAVILION SPORTS PAVILION LANGSTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Debden Sports Club CHIGWELL LANE | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| Epping Forest College BORDERS LANE | health and fitness suite | 736 yd |
| Debden Park High School WILLINGALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 871 yd |
| Woolston Manor Golf And Country Club WOOLSTON MANOR WOOLSTON MANOR ABRIDGE ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 887 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Chigwell) WOOLSTON MANOR WOOLSTON MANOR ABRIDGE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 891 yd |
| Topgolf Game Centre (Chigwell) ABRIDGE ROAD | golf | 956 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 | 79 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.