Fordham Close is in Hornchurch and in Havering district. RM11 3AE is located in the Emerson Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hornchurch and Upminster. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fordham Close, Hornchurch, RM11 3AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM11 3AJ, RM11 3AP, RM11 3AL, RM11 3BB, RM11 3AA, RM11 3AH, RM11 3LL, RM11 3AB, RM11 3AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM11 3AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.8% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50% | 48.2% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 RM11 3AE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% 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 | 23.3% | 25.1% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.3% | 59.8% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 2.4% | 6.4% | 4.0% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (87.7%) 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 | 48.7% | 50.2% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 37.5% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 9% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.6% | 18.3% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 11.5% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 15.9% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4.8% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 20.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 24.6% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.4% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91.9% | 81.3% | -10.6% | 81.4% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
In this area, 88.6% 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 | 93.6% | 88.6% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 7% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 88.6% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.4% | 10.4% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 0% | -6.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Central Asia | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 2.7% | 13.5% | -10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 6% | 6.5% | -0.5% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fordham Close was 46.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.0% lower than the Emerson Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fordham Close has the 25th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Emerson Park and the 292nd lowest crime rate of 740 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Fordham Close, Hornchurch, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2020-08-04 | £762,364 |
| 9 Fordham Close, Hornchurch, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2013-01-08 | £977,109 |
| 1 Fordham Close, Hornchurch, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2012-10-30 | £985,753 |
| 3 Fordham Close, Hornchurch, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £431,500 | 2006-06-30 | £977,053 |
| 8 Fordham Close, Hornchurch, Greater London Detached, a newly built property | £299,995 | 2000-08-04 | £1,142,203 |
RM11 3AE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 RM11 3AE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelmes Primary School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3BX | - not rated | 1,334 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langtons Junior Academy Westland Avenue , RM11 3SD | 3out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langtons Junior School Westland Avenue , RM11 3SD | - not rated | 1,520 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langtons Infant School & Nursery Westland Avenue , RM11 3SD | 3out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School 115 St Mary's Lane , RM14 2QB | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerson Park School Wych Elm Road , RM11 3AD | - not rated | 309 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emerson Park Academy Wych Elm Road , RM11 3AD | 3out of 4 | 309 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dury Falls School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3TB | - not rated | 1,134 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart of Mary Girls' School St Mary's Lane , RM14 2QR | - not rated | 1,487 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sacred Heart of Mary Girls' School St Mary's Lane , RM14 2QR | - not rated | 1,487 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havering Sixth Form College Wingletye Lane , RM11 3TB | - not rated | 1,134 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havering College of Further and Higher Education Ardleigh Green Road , RM11 2LL | - not rated | 2,012 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barking and Dagenham College Dagenham Road , RM7 0XU | - not rated | 4,997 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Routes4Life Limited The Walk , RM11 3TL | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Havering Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | 3out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birnam Wood Pupil Referral Unit Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | - not rated | 1,358 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tuition Centre 235 High Street , RM11 3XX | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodrington School 17 Walden Road , Emerson Park RM11 2JT | - not rated | 1,767 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RG Care Ltd | 272 Wingletye Lane, Hornchurch | 405 yd | |
| Havering Association for People with Disabilities | 1a Woodhall Crescent, Hornchurch | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Plentiful | 65c Wingletye Lane, Hornchurch | 646 yd | |
| Crispy Cod | 65 Wingletye Lane, Hornchurch | 646 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emerson Park Academy WYCH ELM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 301 yd |
| Elliot Playing Fields (Closed) Hubbards Close | grass pitches | 880 yd |
| St Andrews Park PATRICIA DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,014 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.