Ashurst Drive is in Ilford and in Redbridge district. IG6 1EP 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 Ashurst Drive, Ilford, IG6 1EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG6 1EF, IG6 1EW, IG6 1EL, IG6 1DS, IG6 1EN, IG6 1EG, IG6 1EJ, IG6 1DB, IG6 1EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IG6 1EP 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 | 49.6% | 50.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.7% | -0.7% | 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 1EP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 34.3% | 32.9% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 54.9% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 4.7% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 4.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) 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 | 39.9% | 47% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 39.8% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 9.4% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 21.1% | 17.5% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 10.1% | -8.8% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 12.5% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 12.1% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 41.4% | 17.1% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 10% | 2.7% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
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 | 7.7% | 11.9% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 10.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 13.1% | 26.1% | 13.0% | 3.1% | 23.0% |
| Pakistani | 5.4% | 12.1% | 6.7% | 2.7% | 9.4% |
| Other Asian | 12.3% | 8.6% | -3.7% | 1.6% | 7.0% |
| Black African | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.4% | 3.5% | -1.9% | 1.0% | 2.5% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 48.7% | 28.6% | -20.1% | 81.4% | -52.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
In this area, 58.4% 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 | 70.1% | 58.4% | -11.7% | 83.2% | -24.8% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 5.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.6% | 4.6% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 3.8% |
| Africa | 6.6% | 4.6% | -2.0% | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.8% | 25.7% | 10.9% | 5.6% | 20.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.7% | 58.4% | -10.3% | 83.2% | -24.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 27.6% | 25.9% | 9.8% | 17.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 3.8% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 5.7% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 22.5% | 4.6% | -17.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.9% | 76.7% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 5.4% | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 6.2% | 1.2% | 5.0% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 7% | 37.2% | -30.2% |
| Christian | 25.1% | 46.2% | -21.1% |
| Hindu | 18.9% | 1.7% | 17.2% |
| Jewish | 4.3% | 0.5% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 28.9% | 6.5% | 22.4% |
| Sikh | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Not answered | 11.1% | 6.0% | 5.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashurst Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Aldborough average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Ashurst Drive, Ilford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £407,000 | 2015-09-11 | £594,891 |
| 81 Ashurst Drive, Ilford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2011-07-06 | £733,564 |
| 81 Ashurst Drive, Ilford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2000-05-26 | £637,810 |
| 81 Ashurst Drive, Ilford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,500 | 1999-12-20 | £558,534 |
| 81 Ashurst Drive, Ilford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £67,000 | 1999-10-14 | £325,203 |
IG6 1EP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% 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.
IG6 1EP 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 1EP 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Other | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| 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 | 3,841 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fullwood Primary School 21-24 Burford Close , Off Hatley Avenue IG6 1ER | 4out of 4 | 249 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Cranbrook Road , Gants Hill IG2 6RG | 3out of 4 | 533 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gearies Primary School Waremead Road , IG2 6TF | 4out of 4 | 834 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti Court Primary School Carlton Drive , IG6 1LZ | 3out of 4 | 836 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbury Park Primary School Perryman's Farm Road , Barkingside IG2 7LB | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaks Park High School 45-65 Oaks Lane , Newbury Park IG2 7PQ | 4out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilford County High School Fremantle Road , Barkingside IG6 2JB | 4out of 4 | 1,109 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Kantor King Solomon High School Forest Road , Barkingside IG6 3HB | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valentines High School Cranbrook Road , IG2 6HX | 4out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caterham High School Caterham Avenue , Clayhall IG5 0QW | 2out of 4 | 1,889 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 | 1,811 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 2,775 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atam Academy Little Heath , RM6 4XX | 4out of 4 | 2,793 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | 4out of 4 | 4,145 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbury Community School Hulse Avenue , IG11 9UW | 3out of 4 | 4,980 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbridge Alternative Provision Starch House Lane , Fullwell Cross IG6 1PU | 4out of 4 | 1,272 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatchside School Aldborough Road North , Newbury Park IG2 7SR | - not rated | 1,518 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beehive Preparatory School 233 Beehive Lane , Redbridge IG4 5ED | - not rated | 1,685 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Rush Hall School Fencepiece Road , Hainault IG6 2LB | 4out of 4 | 2,163 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Business Innovation Hub Woodford Bridge Road , Clayhall IG4 5LP | 2out of 4 | 2,180 yd | Free schools alternative provision | 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 | 589 yd | |
| Coconut Bay | 120 Horns Road | 687 yd | |
| Haute Panini Ltd | 108-112 Horns Road | 688 yd | |
| Cafe At 104 | 104 Tanners Lane | 692 yd | |
| Mezbani | 576 Cranbrook Road | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redbridge Football Club | Station Road | 681 yd | |
| Ilford & District Indoor Bowls Club | Perrymans Farm Road | 743 yd | |
| The Chequers Public House | The Chequers, 2 High Street | 745 yd | |
| King George V Public House | 645 Cranbrook Road | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco Supermarket, 796 Cranbrook Road | 441 yd | |
| Eden Peri Peri | 777 Cranbrook Road | 502 yd | |
| New Lotus House | 4 Tanners Lane | 680 yd | |
| Sea World | 114 Horns Road | 687 yd | |
| Dragon House | 584 Cranbrook Road | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Units 1 And 2, King George Avenue | 426 yd | |
| Nisa Local | 134 Horns Road | 574 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd (Store) | 796 Cranbrook Road | 587 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 92-100 Tanners Lane | 692 yd | |
| Iceland | 23 High Street | 786 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakside Stadium STATION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Stratford Newtown Sports Club (Closed) Woodville Gardens | grass pitches | 704 yd |
| Barkingside Recreation Ground FORGE COTTAGES FORGE COTTAGES MOSSFORD GREEN | grass pitches, tennis courts | 762 yd |
| Ilford & District Indoor Bowls Club Ltd PERRYMANS FARM ROAD | indoor bowls | 768 yd |
| Oaks Park High School 45-65 45-65 OAKS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 878 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.