Gantshill Crescent is in Ilford and in Redbridge district. IG2 6TU is located in the Barkingside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ilford North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gantshill Crescent, Ilford, IG2 6TU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG2 6YG, IG2 6SZ, IG2 6FN, IG2 6RJ, IG2 6TA, IG2 6RG, IG2 6YF, IG2 6RF, IG2 6SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IG2 6TU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 49.7% | 52% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 IG2 6TU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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 | 31.9% | 33.7% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 52% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.8% | -1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.4% | 40% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 44.3% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 10.7% |
| Fair health | 15% | 10% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 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 46.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.8% | 16.3% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.5% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 8.5% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15.3% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.4% | 46.6% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 12.8% |
| Other | 9.2% | 2% | -7.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 30.5% 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 | 15% | 13.2% | -1.8% | 1.1% | 12.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 19.9% | 21.9% | 2.0% | 3.1% | 18.8% |
| Pakistani | 3.2% | 13.8% | 10.6% | 2.7% | 11.1% |
| Other Asian | 10.7% | 4.1% | -6.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 3.3% |
| White | 38.2% | 30.5% | -7.7% | 81.4% | -50.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 4.9% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, 56.9% 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 | 66.2% | 56.9% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -26.3% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 11.4% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 4.6% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 3.8% |
| Africa | 4.6% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 21.4% | 20.6% | -0.8% | 5.6% | 15.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 65.6% | 56.6% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -26.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 26.7% | 24.1% | 9.8% | 16.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 7% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.1% | 6.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 23.4% | 3.5% | -19.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 5.9% | 0.9% | 5.0% |
| Other EU countries | 4.8% | 1.5% | 3.3% |
| Other Europe | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 6.4% | 1.2% | 5.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.2% | 13.5% | -10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 6.8% | 37.2% | -30.4% |
| Christian | 24.7% | 46.2% | -21.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 19.8% | 1.7% | 18.1% |
| Jewish | 6.8% | 0.5% | 6.3% |
| Muslim | 31.3% | 6.5% | 24.8% |
| Sikh | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gantshill Crescent was 21.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.6% lower than the Barkingside average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Gantshill Crescent has the 6th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Barkingside and the 78th lowest crime rate of 757 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 2 Swallow Court, 20 Gantshill Crescent, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-09-20 | £262,605 |
| 22 Gantshill Crescent, Ilford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2023-08-25 | £593,279 |
| Flat 11 Swallow Court, 20 Gantshill Crescent, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £233,500 | 2022-07-15 | £240,171 |
| 28 Gantshill Crescent, Ilford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2021-10-07 | £388,647 |
| Flat 5 Swallow Court, 20 Gantshill Crescent, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-09-29 | £280,000 |
The percentage of student residents living in IG2 6TU 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 3,422 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 3out of 4 | 5,189 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 5,201 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gearies Primary School Waremead Road , IG2 6TF | 4out of 4 | 188 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Cranbrook Road , Gants Hill IG2 6RG | 3out of 4 | 312 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fullwood Primary School 21-24 Burford Close , Off Hatley Avenue IG6 1ER | 4out of 4 | 801 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkhill Infants' School Lord Avenue , Clayhall IG5 0DB | 4out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkhill Junior School Lord Avenue , Clayhall IG5 0DB | 3out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valentines High School Cranbrook Road , IG2 6HX | 4out of 4 | 906 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilford County High School Fremantle Road , Barkingside IG6 2JB | 4out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Beal High School Woodford Bridge Road , IG4 5LP | 4out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caterham High School Caterham Avenue , Clayhall IG5 0QW | 2out of 4 | 1,611 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaks Park High School 45-65 Oaks Lane , Newbury Park IG2 7PQ | 4out of 4 | 1,637 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,952 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 2,928 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atam Academy Little Heath , RM6 4XX | 4out of 4 | 3,522 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | 4out of 4 | 4,140 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbury Community School Hulse Avenue , IG11 9UW | 3out of 4 | 4,957 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beehive Preparatory School 233 Beehive Lane , Redbridge IG4 5ED | - not rated | 925 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Business Innovation Hub Woodford Bridge Road , Clayhall IG4 5LP | 2out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Alternative Provision Starch House Lane , Fullwell Cross IG6 1PU | 4out of 4 | 1,843 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatton School and Special Needs Centre Roding Lane South , IG8 8EU | 4out of 4 | 2,064 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park School for Girls 20-22 Park Avenue , IG1 4RS | - not rated | 2,117 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mezbani | 576 Cranbrook Road | 181 yd | |
| Singam Bay Bar & Restaurant | 632-634 Cranbrook Road | 182 yd | |
| Abigails Cafe | 556 Cranbrook Road | 206 yd | |
| Sakthi Cash and Carry | 639-643 Cranbrook Road | 321 yd | |
| Black Lotus | 597 Cranbrook Road | 556 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King George V Public House | 645 Cranbrook Road | 321 yd | |
| Faces Nightclub | Faces, 458-462 Cranbrook Road | 549 yd | |
| Infinity | 440-444 Cranbrook Road | 600 yd | |
| Eastwood Snooker Bar & Grill | Rear of, 347 Eastern Avenue | 711 yd | |
| The Beehive Harvester | Beehive Lane | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tina’s Kitchen | 689 Cranbrook Road | 139 yd | |
| Dragon House | 584 Cranbrook Road | 165 yd | |
| Mahtma Gandhi | 695 Cranbrook Road | 173 yd | |
| Chicken Hut | 693 Cranbrook Road | 173 yd | |
| Phuket | 576 Cranbrook Road | 181 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 476-478 Cranbrook Road | 520 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 555-557 Cranbrook Road | 772 yd | |
| Iceland | 531-533 Cranbrook Road | 820 yd | |
| Co-op | 175 Longwood Gardens | 826 yd | |
| Nisa Local | 134 Horns Road | 952 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St George'S Church Of England Hall ST GEORGES CHURCH ST GEORGES CHURCH WOODFORD AVENUE | 650 yd | |
| Stratford Newtown Sports Club (Closed) Woodville Gardens | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Valentines High School Cranbrook Road | artificial grass pitch | 891 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 | 155.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.