Snakes Lane West is in Woodford Green and in Redbridge district. IG8 0BS is located in the Monkhams electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chingford and Woodford Green. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Snakes Lane West, Woodford Green, IG8 0BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG8 0BL, IG8 0DE, IG8 0DB, IG8 0BJ, IG8 0DJ, IG8 0BQ, IG8 0DH, IG8 0BH, IG8 0GD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IG8 0BS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.8% | 51.3% | -3.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 45.2% | 48.7% | 3.5% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 IG8 0BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% 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 | 25.2% | 24% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 58.4% | 8.0% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 3.9% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -5.2% |
| Widowed | 17.9% | 12.6% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.4% | 48.7% | 3.3% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 32.9% | 5.6% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 9.9% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 51.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.5% | 13.4% | -9.1% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 11.2% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 11.2% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 7.3% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -9.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.9% | 51.1% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 17.3% |
| Other | 8.2% | 3.6% | -4.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.1% 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 | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 3.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Indian | 7.5% | 15% | 7.5% | 3.1% | 11.9% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 79.2% | 68.1% | -11.1% | 81.4% | -13.3% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 79.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 79.6% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 5.8% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.3% | 9.7% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.6% | 79.2% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 15% | 14.0% | 9.8% | 5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.7% | 1.2% | -10.5% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.5% | 37.2% | -15.7% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 9.2% | 1.7% | 7.5% |
| Jewish | 5.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Sikh | 5.1% | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Snakes Lane West was 11.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.7% lower than the Churchfields average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Snakes Lane West has the 5th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Churchfields and the 22nd lowest crime rate of 757 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12C Snakes Lane West, Woodford Green, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2024-09-23 | £531,718 |
| 12D Snakes Lane West, Woodford Green, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2024-03-28 | £555,843 |
| 12A Snakes Lane West, Woodford Green, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2024-03-01 | £539,571 |
| 24A Snakes Lane West, Woodford Green, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,110,000 | 2024-02-07 | £1,188,698 |
| 22 Snakes Lane West, Woodford Green, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,400,000 | 2022-10-03 | £1,425,352 |
IG8 0BS 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 retired residents living in IG8 0BS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 118 |
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 42 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 28 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Hill Nursery School Woodbury Road , Walthamstow E17 9SB | 4out of 4 | 4,184 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodford Green Primary School Sunset Avenue , IG8 0ST | 3out of 4 | 455 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Antony's Catholic Primary School Mornington Road , IG8 0TX | 3out of 4 | 829 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wells Primary School Barclay Oval , IG8 0PP | 4out of 4 | 903 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhill Primary School Alders Avenue , IG8 9PY | 4out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchfields Junior School Churchfields , South Woodford E18 2RB | 4out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodford County High School High Road , IG8 9LA | 4out of 4 | 534 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Trinity Catholic High School Mornington Road , IG8 0TP | 4out of 4 | 930 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge High School St Barnabas Road , IG8 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,205 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highams Park School 34 Handsworth Avenue , Highams Park E4 9PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,639 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathcote School & Science College Normanton Park , Chingford E4 6ES | 3out of 4 | 2,266 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir George Monoux College Chingford Road , Walthamstow E17 5AA | - not rated | 3,343 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 3,426 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leyton Sixth Form College Essex Road , Leyton E10 6EQ | - not rated | 4,542 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Big Creative Academy 38, Clifton Avenue , Walthamstow E17 6HL | - not rated | 5,382 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodford Green Preparatory School Glengall Road , Snakes Lane West IG8 0BZ | - not rated | 85 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avon House School 490 High Road , IG8 0PN | - not rated | 654 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aubyn's School Bunces Lane , IG8 9DU | - not rated | 975 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bancrofts Preparatory School 611-627 High Road , IG8 0RF | - not rated | 1,266 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bancrofts School 611-627 High Road , IG8 0RF | - not rated | 1,266 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scuzi | 8 Johnston Road | 305 yd | |
| Storia | 8 Johnston Road | 305 yd | |
| Mezze on the Green | 2 Johnston Road | 305 yd | |
| Sushi Hut | 370 High Road | 349 yd | |
| YMC Breakfast Ltd | 368 High Road | 349 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose & Crown Public House | 31 Mill Lane | 417 yd | |
| Seasons Events and Catering | 15 The Broadway | 543 yd | |
| Woodford Bowling Club Limited | Kings Avenue | 643 yd | |
| Woodford Wells Cricket and Lawn Tennis Club | Monkhams Lane | 753 yd | |
| The Travellers Friend Public House | 496-498 High Road | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchills Fish & Chips | 360 High Road | 349 yd | |
| Mr Chans Chinese Takeaway | 437 High Road | 378 yd | |
| The Kauffie Company Ltd | 8 The Broadway | 543 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 3 The Broadway | 543 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Jubilee Parade, Snakes Lane East | 701 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative food | 109 Snakes Lane West | 514 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 27-28 The Broadway | 596 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodford Green Prep School SNAKES LANE | 106 yd | |
| Woodford Golf Club SUNSET AVENUE | golf | 502 yd |
| Woodford County High School HIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 585 yd |
| Trinity Catholic High School (Lower Site) SYDNEY ROAD | 691 yd | |
| The Woodford Wells Club MONKHAMS LANE | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 750 yd |
| Physicals (Woodford Green) HIGH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 910 yd |
| Woodford Rugby Club HIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 940 yd |
| St Aubyns Sports Centre WOODFORD NEW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,010 yd |
| Trinity Catholic High School (Upper Site) MORNINGTON ROAD | 1,032 yd | |
| Woodbridge High School ST. BARNABAS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,086 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| 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 | 24 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.