Ashurst Drive is in Ilford and in Redbridge district. IG6 1AQ is located in the Aldborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ilford North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashurst Drive, Ilford, IG6 1AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG6 1AR, IG2 6SA, IG6 1AG, IG6 1AT, IG6 1ED, IG6 1AP, IG6 1AH, IG6 1AD, IG2 6QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IG6 1AQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 50.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.9% | 49.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 IG6 1AQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.9% 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% | 31.3% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 56.9% | 2.5% | 44.2% | 12.7% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7% | 4.4% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -4.7% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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%) 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 | 41.7% | 50.3% | 8.6% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 40.8% | 35.7% | -5.1% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 11.7% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 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 44.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 17.3% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 9.9% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 9.4% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 13.2% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 44.7% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 10.9% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.3% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 28.6% 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 | 5.4% | 10.2% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 9.1% |
| Chinese | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 24.8% | 24% | -0.8% | 3.1% | 20.9% |
| Pakistani | 8.7% | 6.3% | -2.4% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Other Asian | 22.5% | 14.2% | -8.3% | 1.6% | 12.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 27.6% | 28.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | -52.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 2% | 10.7% | 8.7% | 1.6% | 9.1% |
In this area, just 47.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.4% | 47.8% | -13.6% | 83.2% | -35.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 10.7% | 8.2% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 7.9% | 7.6% | 0.8% | 7.1% |
| Africa | 8.2% | 6.3% | -1.9% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 25.9% | 27.4% | 1.5% | 5.6% | 21.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 47.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 30.4% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 60.3% | 48.2% | -12.1% | 83.2% | -35.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 30.4% | 28.7% | 9.8% | 20.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 9.6% | 7.1% | 2.9% | 6.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 7.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 5.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 32.7% | 4.4% | -28.3% | 1.9% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.3% | 76.7% | -5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 12.5% | 0.9% | 11.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 5.6% | 1.2% | 4.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 5.5% | 37.2% | -31.7% |
| Christian | 27.2% | 46.2% | -19.0% |
| Hindu | 28.6% | 1.7% | 26.9% |
| Jewish | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Muslim | 24.9% | 6.5% | 18.4% |
| Sikh | 7.4% | 0.9% | 6.5% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashurst Drive was 13.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.8% lower than the Aldborough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashurst Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Aldborough and the 38th lowest crime rate of 757 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33A Ashurst Drive, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-03-16 | £355,396 |
| 118 Ashurst Drive, Ilford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £576,050 | 2021-06-17 | £644,523 |
| 29 Ashurst Drive, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £317,000 | 2017-05-25 | £346,456 |
| 114 Ashurst Drive, Ilford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2009-06-30 | £898,603 |
| 31A Ashurst Drive, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £149,995 | 2009-06-12 | £273,423 |
IG6 1AQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
IG6 1AQ 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 IG6 1AQ 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 | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| 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 | 3,451 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kay Rowe Nursery School Forest Gate , Forest Gate E7 0PH | 4out of 4 | 5,441 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Cranbrook Road , Gants Hill IG2 6RG | 3out of 4 | 193 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gearies Primary School Waremead Road , IG2 6TF | 4out of 4 | 491 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fullwood Primary School 21-24 Burford Close , Off Hatley Avenue IG6 1ER | 4out of 4 | 586 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbury Park Primary School Perryman's Farm Road , Barkingside IG2 7LB | 3out of 4 | 839 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti Court Primary School Carlton Drive , IG6 1LZ | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,065 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaks Park High School 45-65 Oaks Lane , Newbury Park IG2 7PQ | 4out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilford County High School Fremantle Road , Barkingside IG6 2JB | 4out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Kantor King Solomon High School Forest Road , Barkingside IG6 3HB | 3out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caterham High School Caterham Avenue , Clayhall IG5 0QW | 2out of 4 | 1,959 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 | 1,595 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 2,579 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atam Academy Little Heath , RM6 4XX | 4out of 4 | 3,033 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | 4out of 4 | 3,884 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbury Community School Hulse Avenue , IG11 9UW | 3out of 4 | 4,714 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 | 1,414 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Alternative Provision Starch House Lane , Fullwell Cross IG6 1PU | 4out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatchside School Aldborough Road North , Newbury Park IG2 7SR | - not rated | 1,711 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Business Innovation Hub Woodford Bridge Road , Clayhall IG4 5LP | 2out of 4 | 2,011 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park School for Girls 20-22 Park Avenue , IG1 4RS | - not rated | 2,077 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singam Bay Bar & Restaurant | 632-634 Cranbrook Road | 369 yd | |
| Mezbani | 576 Cranbrook Road | 373 yd | |
| Abigails Cafe | 556 Cranbrook Road | 407 yd | |
| Coconut Bay | 120 Horns Road | 525 yd | |
| Haute Panini Ltd | 108-112 Horns Road | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King George V Public House | 645 Cranbrook Road | 610 yd | |
| Ilford & District Indoor Bowls Club | Perrymans Farm Road | 774 yd | |
| Faces Nightclub | Faces, 458-462 Cranbrook Road | 845 yd | |
| Infinity | 440-444 Cranbrook Road | 904 yd | |
| Eastwood Snooker Bar & Grill | Rear of, 347 Eastern Avenue | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon House | 584 Cranbrook Road | 370 yd | |
| Phuket | 576 Cranbrook Road | 373 yd | |
| Tina’s Kitchen | 689 Cranbrook Road | 413 yd | |
| Eden Peri Peri | 777 Cranbrook Road | 426 yd | |
| Mahtma Gandhi | 695 Cranbrook Road | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | 134 Horns Road | 460 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Units 1 And 2, King George Avenue | 672 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 1a, 8 Horns Road | 739 yd | |
| Tesco | 476-478 Cranbrook Road | 818 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd (Store) | 796 Cranbrook Road | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stratford Newtown Sports Club (Closed) Woodville Gardens | grass pitches | 851 yd |
| Apples Health Clubs (Newbury Park) 728-730 728-730 EASTERN AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 866 yd |
| Ilford & District Indoor Bowls Club Ltd PERRYMANS FARM ROAD | indoor bowls | 920 yd |
| Oaks Park High School 45-65 45-65 OAKS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,001 yd |
| Barkingside Recreation Ground FORGE COTTAGES FORGE COTTAGES MOSSFORD GREEN | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,061 yd |
| Oakside Stadium STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 216 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.