Algers Road is in Loughton and in Epping Forest district. IG10 4NG is located in the Loughton Forest electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Epping Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Algers Road, Loughton, IG10 4NG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG10 4NB, IG10 4NA, IG10 4NF, IG10 4RS, IG10 4NQ, IG10 4NH, IG10 4NJ, IG10 4HY, IG10 4NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IG10 4NG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.6% | 51.9% | -4.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 43.4% | 48.1% | 4.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 27.6% | 39.3% | 11.7% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 40.5% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.3% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 21.6% | 10.7% | -10.9% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 (86.9%) 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 | 43.9% | 50.5% | 6.6% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 34% | 36.4% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 10.9% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 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 46.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 16% | -12.1% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 5.9% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 7.7% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 18.3% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 46.2% | 13.2% | 33.8% | 12.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.2% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 4.7% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 93.9% | 81.7% | -12.2% | 81.4% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 4.2% |
In this area, 78.3% 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 | 88.2% | 78.3% | -9.9% | 83.2% | -4.9% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 9.5% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 3.7% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 78.7% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 11.2% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.2% | 4.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 4.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Ireland | 4.2% | 0.6% | 3.6% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Algers Road was 75.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.0% higher than the Buckhurst Hill East & Whitebridge average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Algers Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Buckhurst Hill East & Whitebridge and the 128th highest crime rate of 375 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Algers Road, Loughton, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2025-10-28 | £807,310 |
| 54 Algers Road, Loughton, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £901,000 | 2025-07-25 | £883,673 |
| 12 Algers Road, Loughton, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2025-05-09 | £393,425 |
| 35 Algers Road, Loughton, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,400,000 | 2022-10-31 | £1,348,509 |
| 45 Algers Road, Loughton, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,463,750 | 2021-10-22 | £1,566,165 |
IG10 4NG area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% 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.
IG10 4NG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 retired residents living in IG10 4NG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College Gardens Nursery 82 Peel Close , Chingford E4 6XQ | - not rated | 5,282 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The White Bridge Junior School Greensted Road , IG10 3DR | - not rated | 924 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Bridge Primary School Greensted Road , IG10 3DR | - not rated | 924 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Bridge Primary School Greensted Road , IG10 3DR | 3out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Alderton Junior School Alderton Hall Lane , IG10 3HE | - not rated | 1,200 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Alderton Infant School and Nursery Alderton Hall Lane , IG10 3HE | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roding Valley High School Alderton Hill , IG10 3JA | - not rated | 442 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roding Valley High School Alderton Hill , IG10 3JA | 3out of 4 | 442 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loughton High School Alderton Hill , IG10 3JA | - not rated | 442 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Buckhurst Hill High School Roding Lane , IG7 6BQ | - not rated | 1,957 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Epping Forest High School Borders Lane , IG10 3SD | - not rated | 2,457 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epping Forest College Borders Lane , IG10 3SA | - not rated | 2,018 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands School 6/8 Albion Hill , IG10 4RA | - not rated | 451 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak View School Whitehills Road , IG10 1TS | 3out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak View School Whitehills Road , IG10 1TS | - not rated | 1,567 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Braeside School 130 High Road , IG9 5SD | - not rated | 1,694 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Guru Gobind Singh Khalsa College Roding Lane , IG7 6BQ | - not rated | 1,957 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dada | 31 Station Road, Loughton | 306 yd | |
| Gods Own Pizza | 155 High Road, Loughton | 412 yd | |
| Nandos | 2 Station Road, Loughton | 415 yd | |
| Palace Fish Bar | 122 High Road, Loughton | 438 yd | |
| Mila Loughton | Connaught House, 112-120 High Road | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LBC Golds Lunch Club | Loughton Baptist Church, 92 High Road | 344 yd | |
| Loughton Club | 8 Station Road, Loughton | 415 yd | |
| Lopping Hall | 189 High Road, Loughton | 486 yd | |
| Tom, Dick and Harry's | 153 High Road, Loughton | 486 yd | |
| The Holly Bush | 140 High Road, Loughton | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spicy Tandoori | Station Approach, Loughton | 304 yd | |
| Dick on a Stick | 8 Witham Close, Loughton | 498 yd | |
| The Charcoal Grill | 166 High Road, Loughton | 725 yd | |
| Jasmine | 8 Valley Hill, Loughton | 800 yd | |
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | 241 High Road, Loughton | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury PLC, Old Station Road | 324 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 161-163 High Road, Loughton | 440 yd | |
| Morrisons | 246-250 High Road, Loughton | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roding Valley High School Sports Ground BRIDGE HOUSE BRIDGE HOUSE RODING ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 404 yd |
| Roding Valley High School ALDERTON HILL | artificial grass pitch | 444 yd |
| Oaklands School ALBION HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 457 yd |
| Loughton Leisure Centre TRAPS HILL | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 997 yd |
| Loughton Football Club SPORTS PAVILION SPORTS PAVILION AVONDALE CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,032 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 | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.