Field Close is in Buckhurst Hill and in Epping Forest district. IG9 5AQ is located in the Buckhurst Hill West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Epping Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Field Close, Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IG9 5AG, IG9 5AD, IG9 5AE, IG9 5AJ, IG9 6HX, IG9 6FA, IG9 5AH, IG9 6HU, IG8 0NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IG9 5AQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.8% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.2% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 IG9 5AQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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 | 26.7% | 28% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 60.1% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 2.4% | 4.9% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 4.9% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 (93%) 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 | 55.9% | 61.1% | 5.2% | 48.4% | 12.7% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 31.9% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 7.7% | 4.6% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -8.1% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around IG9 5AQ this area, 9.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.1% | 9.4% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 5.2% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 15.4% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14.2% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 42% | 49.1% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 15.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 7.4% | 13.6% | 6.2% | 3.1% | 10.5% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 84.9% | 68.9% | -16.0% | 81.4% | -12.5% |
| Other | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 83.6% 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 | 85.6% | 83.6% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.4% | 7% | 1.6% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.3% | 83.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14.3% | 14.0% | 9.8% | 4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.7% | 0% | -13.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 76.7% | 17.2% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 1.5% | 13.5% | -12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.3% | 37.2% | -13.9% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 9.7% | 1.7% | 8.0% |
| Jewish | 4.8% | 0.5% | 4.3% |
| Muslim | 6.4% | 6.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Field Close was 33.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.2% lower than the Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Field Close has the 34th lowest crime rate of 144 local areas in Bridge and the 166th lowest crime rate of 757 local areas in Redbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Field Close, Buckhurst Hill, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,087,500 | 2017-08-21 | £1,190,422 |
| 9 Field Close, Buckhurst Hill, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2011-05-04 | £1,422,222 |
| 5 Field Close, Buckhurst Hill, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2009-07-06 | £1,543,568 |
| 9 Field Close, Buckhurst Hill, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £499,950 | 2002-09-24 | £1,199,880 |
| 8 Field Close, Buckhurst Hill, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £549,995 | 2001-08-17 | £1,599,985 |
IG9 5AQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
IG9 5AQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Primary School Barclay Oval , IG8 0PP | 4out of 4 | 970 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckhurst Hill Community Primary School Lower Queen's Road , IG9 6DS | - not rated | 1,179 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Buckhurst Hill High Road , IG9 5RX | 3out of 4 | 1,195 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Antony's Catholic Primary School Mornington Road , IG8 0TX | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ray Lodge Primary School Snakes Lane East , IG8 7JQ | 4out of 4 | 1,613 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Catholic High School Mornington Road , IG8 0TP | 4out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hatch High School High Road , IG7 5BT | 3out of 4 | 2,028 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathcote School & Science College Normanton Park , Chingford E4 6ES | 3out of 4 | 2,166 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodford County High School High Road , IG8 9LA | 4out of 4 | 2,193 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Woodbridge High School St Barnabas Road , IG8 7DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,353 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 | 4,961 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waltham Forest College Forest Road , Walthamstow E17 4JB | - not rated | 5,094 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Daiglen School 68 Palmerston Road , Buckhurst Hill IG9 5LG | - not rated | 855 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loyola Preparatory School 103 Palmerston Road , IG9 5NH | - not rated | 919 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Bancrofts Preparatory School 611-627 High Road , IG8 0RF | - not rated | 926 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bancrofts School 611-627 High Road , IG8 0RF | - not rated | 926 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Avon House School 490 High Road , IG8 0PN | - not rated | 1,190 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frothy Coffee | Loughton Underground Station, Station Approach | 345 yd | |
| The Green Owl Cafe & Deli | 44 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill | 741 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 48 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill | 747 yd | |
| Legends Cafe | 24 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill | 747 yd | |
| The Queens Rooms | 69 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roding Valley Hall | Station Way, Buckhurst Hill | 392 yd | |
| Monkhams Inn | Buckhurst Way, Buckhurst Hill | 414 yd | |
| Loughton Rugby Football Club | Sports Ground And Pavilion, Hornbeam Road | 476 yd | |
| Bancroft Rugby Football Club | Bancroft Rugby Football Club, Buckhurst Way | 573 yd | |
| The Three Colts | Three Colts Public House, 54 Princes Road | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thai Fiesta | 42 Station Way, Buckhurst Hill | 373 yd | |
| Slice of Ltd | 153A Princes Road, Buckhurst Hill | 736 yd | |
| Ming Garden Take-away | 58 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill | 747 yd | |
| Farmhouse Pizza & Chicken | 75A Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill | 753 yd | |
| Express BBQ & Fish Bar | 45 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | Waitrose Supermarket, 27-43 Queens Road | 792 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bancroft Rfc BUCKHURST WAY | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Trinity Catholic High School (Whitbread Sports Ground) WHITBREAD SPORTS GROUND WHITBREAD SPORTS GROUND DURHAM AVENUE | grass pitches | 867 yd |
| Loyola Preparatory School PALMERSTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,009 yd |
| Bancroft'S School 611-627 611-627 HIGH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,049 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 | 51 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.