Manford Way is in Chigwell and in Redbridge district. IG7 4JF is located in the Hainault electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ilford North. This postcode has been in use since 2005-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manford Way, Chigwell, IG7 4JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG7 4JQ, IG7 4EL, IG7 4BY, IG7 4BL, IG7 4JD, IG7 4EJ, IG7 4HP, IG7 4BW, IG7 4EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IG7 4JF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents 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 | 51.7% | 49.2% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 48.3% | 50.8% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 IG7 4JF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.4% 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 | 35.7% | 34.1% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 51.4% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 7.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6% | 9% | 3.0% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 3.4% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 48% | 51.1% | 3.1% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 30.7% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.8% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 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 | 24.9% | 17.5% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 11.3% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 17.8% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 12.3% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 36% | 13.1% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.7% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 58.3% 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 | 3.4% | 7.2% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 3.1% | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 4.7% | 4.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 1.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.1% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| Black African | 2.5% | 6.9% | 4.4% | 2.5% | 4.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 73.4% | 58.3% | -15.1% | 81.4% | -23.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 2.8% | 6.1% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 4.5% |
In this area, 61.5% 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 | 81.5% | 61.5% | -20.0% | 83.2% | -21.7% |
| European Union | 7.2% | 15.8% | 8.6% | 6.1% | 9.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 6.1% | 5.2% | 0.8% | 5.3% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 6.4% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.2% | 9.1% | 1.9% | 5.6% | 3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.2% | 62% | -19.2% | 83.2% | -21.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 25.1% | 22.0% | 9.8% | 15.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 6.4% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.7% | 1.1% | -9.6% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 76.7% | -5.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Romania | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 7.8% | 1.5% | 6.3% |
| Turkey | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.3% | 37.2% | -19.9% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 16.7% | 6.5% | 10.2% |
| Sikh | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other religion | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manford Way was 68.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.4% lower than the Hainault average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Manford Way has the 21st highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Hainault and the 362nd highest crime rate of 757 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 244.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% 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 Central Court, 88 Manford Way, Chigwell, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-10-18 | £306,955 |
| Flat 13 Central Court, 88 Manford Way, Chigwell, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-04-09 | £321,254 |
| Flat 4 Central Court, 88 Manford Way, Chigwell, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £284,000 | 2021-01-29 | £303,576 |
| Flat 6 Central Court, 88 Manford Way, Chigwell, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £284,000 | 2020-09-11 | £319,500 |
| Flat 15 Central Court, 88 Manford Way, Chigwell, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £243,000 | 2019-06-07 | £278,345 |
IG7 4JF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 103 |
| Self-Employed | 52 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manford Primary School Manford Way , IG7 4BX | 3out of 4 | 457 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Limes Farm Junior School Limes Avenue , IG7 5LP | 3out of 4 | 671 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Limes Farm Infant School and Nursery Limes Avenue , IG7 5LP | 3out of 4 | 671 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Bramston Primary School Newcastle Avenue , New North Road IG6 3EE | 3out of 4 | 1,154 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Primary School Manford Way , IG7 4AL | 3out of 4 | 1,401 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Academy Harbourer Road , Hainault IG6 3TN | 3out of 4 | 1,543 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kantor King Solomon High School Forest Road , Barkingside IG6 3HB | 3out of 4 | 2,169 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hatch High School High Road , IG7 5BT | 3out of 4 | 2,415 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilford County High School Fremantle Road , Barkingside IG6 2JB | 4out of 4 | 2,668 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Caterham High School Caterham Avenue , Clayhall IG5 0QW | 2out of 4 | 3,266 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,032 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Kings School Ley Street , IG2 7BT | 4out of 4 | 5,188 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early Years Assessment Service and Centre Co Manford Primary School Manford Way , IG7 4BX | - not rated | 457 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Wells Park School School Lane , Lambourne Road IG7 6NN | 4out of 4 | 713 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Rush Hall School Fencepiece Road , Hainault IG6 2LB | 4out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chigwell School High Road , IG7 6QF | - not rated | 2,036 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Alternative Provision Starch House Lane , Fullwell Cross IG6 1PU | 4out of 4 | 2,294 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maibels | 179 Manor Road, Chigwell | 514 yd | |
| Indian Ocean | 181 Manor Road, Chigwell | 523 yd | |
| Chunky Panda | Grange Hill Post Office, 171 Manor Road | 528 yd | |
| Hainault Supermarket | 206 New North Road | 722 yd | |
| Hainault Cafe | 217a Manford Way | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hainault Forest Community Centre | 100b Manford Way | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manor (Chinese Food Takeaway) | 153 Manor Road, Chigwell | 558 yd | |
| Manor Kebab & Pizza | 155 Manor Road, Chigwell | 564 yd | |
| Chigwell King Kebab & Pizza | 181 Manford Way | 717 yd | |
| Manford House | 163 Manford Way | 717 yd | |
| Hainault BBQ | 210 New North Road | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 185 Manford Way | 717 yd | |
| Londis Supermarket | 552-556 Limes Avenue, Chigwell | 848 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hainault Forest Community Centre COMMUNITY CENTRE 100B COMMUNITY CENTRE 100B MANFORD WAY | 674 yd | |
| Hainault Baptist Church Hall (Closed) Franklyn Gardens | 797 yd | |
| St Pauls Church Hainault Hall ST PAULS CHURCH ST PAULS CHURCH ARROWSMITH ROAD | 1,045 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.