Tomswood Hill is in Ilford and in Redbridge district. IG6 2QF is located in the Fairlop electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ilford North. This postcode has been in use since 2004-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tomswood Hill, Ilford, IG6 2QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG6 2QN, IG6 2QB, IG6 2QL, IG6 2GD, IG6 2QZ, IG6 2GG, IG6 2LH, IG6 2GE, IG6 2GH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IG6 2QF has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.5% of the population 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 | 52.4% | 56.5% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 5.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 43.5% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -5.5% |
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 | 38.8% | 36.9% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.9% | 33.3% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 14.9% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 12.8% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
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 | 42.4% | 43% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 25.7% | 29.1% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 17.5% | -4.9% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 7.6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 33.9% | 27.3% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 8.2% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 12.9% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 4.6% | 4.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 13.4% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 28.9% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 6% | 4.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.5% 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 | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 2.5% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 7.1% | 3.6% | -3.5% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 4.8% | 9.4% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 6.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 78.6% | 73.5% | -5.1% | 81.4% | -7.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 67.1% 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 | 83.8% | 67.1% | -16.7% | 83.2% | -16.1% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 16% | 10.3% | 6.1% | 9.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.7% | 12.4% | 6.7% | 5.6% | 6.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.9% | 67.7% | -15.2% | 83.2% | -15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 4.8% | 13.9% | 9.1% | 9.8% | 4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 7.2% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 4.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 8.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 6.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 2.7% | -3.0% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.8% | 76.7% | -5.9% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% |
| Romania | 7.3% | 0.9% | 6.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.5% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 13% | 37.2% | -24.2% |
| Christian | 30% | 46.2% | -16.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Jewish | 30.9% | 0.5% | 30.4% |
| Muslim | 17% | 6.5% | 10.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tomswood Hill was 17.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.0% lower than the Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tomswood Hill has the 15th lowest crime rate of 144 local areas in Bridge and the 57th lowest crime rate of 757 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% 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 11 Oxford House 126-128 Tomswood Hill, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-06-07 | £325,862 |
| Flat 7 Oxford House 126-128 Tomswood Hill, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £331,000 | 2019-11-01 | £377,857 |
| Flat 7 Oxford House 126-128 Tomswood Hill, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2018-01-26 | £351,880 |
| Flat 4 Oxford House 126-128 Tomswood Hill, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2013-07-25 | £413,115 |
| Flat 8 Oxford House 126-128 Tomswood Hill, Ilford, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2007-09-07 | £390,093 |
IG6 2QF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Other | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlop Primary School Colvin Gardens , Hainault IG6 2LH | 3out of 4 | 236 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clore Tikva School 115 Fullwell Avenue , Barkingside IG6 2JN | 2out of 4 | 698 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilbert Colvin Primary School Strafford Avenue , IG5 0TL | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wohl Ilford Jewish Primary School Forest Road , IG6 3HB | 3out of 4 | 1,002 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossford Green Primary School Fairlop Road , Barkingside IG6 2EW | 3out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilford County High School Fremantle Road , Barkingside IG6 2JB | 4out of 4 | 955 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Kantor King Solomon High School Forest Road , Barkingside IG6 3HB | 3out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caterham High School Caterham Avenue , Clayhall IG5 0QW | 2out of 4 | 1,400 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hatch High School High Road , IG7 5BT | 3out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal High School Woodford Bridge Road , IG4 5LP | 4out of 4 | 2,568 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atam Academy Little Heath , RM6 4XX | 4out of 4 | 3,787 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Kings School Ley Street , IG2 7BT | 4out of 4 | 3,850 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Isaac Newton Academy 1 Cricklefield Place , IG1 1FY | 4out of 4 | 4,794 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Rush Hall School Fencepiece Road , Hainault IG6 2LB | 4out of 4 | 562 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Alternative Provision Starch House Lane , Fullwell Cross IG6 1PU | 4out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's RC School (Essex) Turpins Lane , IG8 8AX | 3out of 4 | 1,504 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Early Years Assessment Service and Centre Co Manford Primary School Manford Way , IG7 4BX | - not rated | 2,120 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Beacon Business Innovation Hub Woodford Bridge Road , Clayhall IG4 5LP | 2out of 4 | 2,568 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Ila | 121 Fencepiece Road | 522 yd | |
| Capricho Portugese Kitchen | 1 Broadway Parade, Fencepiece Road | 679 yd | |
| Golden Spoon | 4 Broadway Market, Fencepiece Road | 703 yd | |
| Monsoon Restaurant | 55 New North Road | 728 yd | |
| The Sharod | 3 State Parade, High Street | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Maypole Public House | Old Maypole, 105-107 Fencepiece Road | 452 yd | |
| Bealonians Football Club | The Jack Carter Pavilion, Fencepiece Road | 667 yd | |
| New Fairlop Oak Public House | The New Fairlop Oak, Fencepiece Road | 778 yd | |
| Desi Fusion Flavours | The Pavilion, Oakfield Playing Fields, Forest Road | 794 yd | |
| Barkingside Buzz Bingo | Fairlop Road | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Grill | 168 Fencepiece Road | 458 yd | |
| Cherry Land Patisserie | 115 Fencepiece Road | 515 yd | |
| Oriental Kitchen | 1 New North Road | 610 yd | |
| Ho Wah | 2 Broadway Parade, Fencepiece Road | 679 yd | |
| Fireaway Pizza | 9-10 State Parade, High Street | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 111-113 Fencepiece Road | 522 yd | |
| Lidl | 250-260 Fencepiece Road | 690 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Rush Hall School FENCEPIECE ROAD | grass pitches | 375 yd |
| St Francis Barkingside Hall FENCEPIECE ROAD | 508 yd | |
| Jack Carter Pavilion Sports Ground FENCEPIECE ROAD | grass pitches | 668 yd |
| Old Parkonians OAKFIELD PLAYING FIELDS OAKFIELD PLAYING FIELDS FOREST ROAD | grass pitches | 793 yd |
| Ilford County High School FREMANTLE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 907 yd |
| Fullwell Cross Leisure Centre HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 931 yd |
| King Solomon High School FOREST ROAD | grass pitches | 942 yd |
| Redbridge Sports & Leisure FOREST ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 954 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Repton Park) CLARENCE GATE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,093 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 | 71 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.