Woodford Avenue is in Ilford and in Redbridge district. IG2 6XA 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 Woodford Avenue, Ilford, IG2 6XA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG2 6UU, IG2 6XB, IG4 5ED, IG5 0EA, IG4 5ER, IG4 5ET, IG4 5EP, IG4 5DZ, IG2 6UY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IG2 6XA is primarily male, with 54.3% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 45.7% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -5.3% |
| Male | 52.4% | 54.3% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 5.3% |
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 6XA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.3% 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 | 31.6% | 32.6% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 59.3% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 15.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -6.7% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (85.1%) 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% | 51.8% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 33.3% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 11.9% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 48%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8% | 12.7% | 4.7% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 5.9% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 10.2% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 18.6% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.8% | 48% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 14.2% |
| Other | 11.9% | 2.7% | -9.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 16.9% 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 | 10.7% | 13.3% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 12.2% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 27.1% | 26.6% | -0.5% | 3.1% | 23.5% |
| Pakistani | 9.2% | 18.2% | 9.0% | 2.7% | 15.5% |
| Other Asian | 11.5% | 4.7% | -6.8% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
| Black African | 4.3% | 2.3% | -2.0% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 25.2% | 16.9% | -8.3% | 81.4% | -64.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 10.4% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 8.8% |
In this area, 55.8% 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 | 61.1% | 55.8% | -5.3% | 83.2% | -27.4% |
| European Union | 3% | 5.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Africa | 11.5% | 9.4% | -2.1% | 2.7% | 6.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 22.6% | 25.9% | 3.3% | 5.6% | 20.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61.1% | 56.3% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -26.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.6% | 36% | 32.4% | 9.8% | 26.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 4.1% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 31.6% | 0.5% | -31.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4.1% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
| No passport held | 2.5% | 13.5% | -11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 4.3% | 37.2% | -32.9% |
| Christian | 15.7% | 46.2% | -30.5% |
| Hindu | 27.1% | 1.7% | 25.4% |
| Jewish | 8.1% | 0.5% | 7.6% |
| Muslim | 32.2% | 6.5% | 25.7% |
| Sikh | 6.3% | 0.9% | 5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodford Avenue was 40.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.6% lower than the Barkingside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodford Avenue has the 19th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Barkingside and the 214th lowest crime rate of 746 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 124 Woodford Avenue, Ilford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £499,000 | 2014-12-22 | £833,214 |
| 122 Woodford Avenue, Ilford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £399,500 | 2002-07-15 | £1,303,823 |
| 122 Woodford Avenue, Ilford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2000-01-25 | £1,186,123 |
| 126 Woodford Avenue, Ilford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 1997-04-24 | £938,032 |
IG2 6XA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% 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.
IG2 6XA 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 IG2 6XA 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Education | 27 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| 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 | 3,347 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acacia Nursery Cecil Road , Leytonstone E11 3HF | 4out of 4 | 4,478 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 4,707 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbridge Primary School College Gardens , Redbridge IG4 5HW | 3out of 4 | 550 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Infants' School College Gardens , Redbridge IG4 5HW | - not rated | 550 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Junior School College Gardens , Redbridge IG4 5HW | - not rated | 550 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Junior School College Gardens , Redbridge IG4 5HW | - not rated | 550 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Infants' School College Gardens , Redbridge IG4 5HW | - not rated | 550 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beal High School Woodford Bridge Road , IG4 5LP | 3out of 4 | 768 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal High School Woodford Bridge Road , IG4 5LP | - not rated | 768 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valentines High School Cranbrook Road , IG2 6HX | 4out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caterham High School Caterham Avenue , Clayhall IG5 0QW | 3out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilford County High School Fremantle Road , Barkingside IG6 2JB | 3out of 4 | 1,855 yd | Community school | No | Boys | 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 | 4,512 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 | 4,538 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leyton Sixth Form College Essex Road , Leyton E10 6EQ | - not rated | 4,720 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 5,361 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 | 2,566 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 3,486 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atam Academy Little Heath , RM6 4XX | 3out of 4 | 4,378 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buxton School 234 Cann Hall Road , Leytonstone E11 3NN | 3out of 4 | 4,507 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | 4out of 4 | 4,512 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 91 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosford Preparatory School 229-231 Beehive Lane , IG4 5EB | - not rated | 202 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Business Innovation Hub Woodford Bridge Road , Clayhall IG4 5LP | 3out of 4 | 768 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abeng International Independent School 565 Cranbrook Road , IG2 6JZ | - not rated | 816 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SBK Independent School 203 Redbridge Lane East , Redbridge IG4 5DF | - not rated | 1,081 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Coffee Lounge | 249-251 Beehive Lane | 91 yd | |
| Thai Imperial | 11 High View Parade, Woodford Avenue | 144 yd | |
| Zamana | 36 Woodford Avenue | 575 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 34 Woodford Avenue | 575 yd | |
| Chandra Express Takeaway | 34a Woodford Avenue | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive Harvester | Beehive Lane | 549 yd | |
| Eastwood Snooker Bar & Grill | Rear of, 347 Eastern Avenue | 739 yd | |
| Infinity | 440-444 Cranbrook Road | 865 yd | |
| Faces Nightclub | Faces, 458-462 Cranbrook Road | 888 yd | |
| King George V Public House | 645 Cranbrook Road | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Ice cream ltd | 7 Spurway Parade, Woodford Avenue | 63 yd | |
| Zing | 245 Beehive Lane | 91 yd | |
| Munchies Oriental | 5 High View Parade, Redbridge Lane East | 135 yd | |
| Kim Wah Take Away | 96 Beehive Lane | 545 yd | |
| Triple Treat | 141 Beehive Lane | 556 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 555-557 Cranbrook Road | 854 yd | |
| Tesco | 476-478 Cranbrook Road | 889 yd | |
| Iceland | 531-533 Cranbrook Road | 915 yd | |
| Co-op | 175 Longwood Gardens | 1,082 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St George'S Church Of England Hall ST GEORGES CHURCH ST GEORGES CHURCH WOODFORD AVENUE | 488 yd | |
| Clayhall Park LORD AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 576 yd |
| Beal High School UPPER SCHOOL UPPER SCHOOL WOODFORD BRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 778 yd |
| Redbridge Recreation Ground REDBRIDGE RECREATION GROUND REDBRIDGE RECREATION GROUND KESWICK GARDENS | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| Redbridge Jewish Community Centre SINCLAIR HOUSE SINCLAIR HOUSE WOODFORD BRIDGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 893 yd |
| Frenford Youth Club JACK CARTER CENTRE JACK CARTER CENTRE THE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,040 yd |
| Valentines High School Cranbrook Road | artificial grass pitch | 1,047 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 | 60.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.