Tennyson Way is in Hornchurch and in Havering district. RM12 4BU is located in the Hylands & Harrow Lodge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Romford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tennyson Way, Hornchurch, RM12 4BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM12 4BN, RM12 4BT, RM12 4HS, RM12 4BW, RM12 4HJ, RM12 4EF, RM12 4BS, RM12 4BY, RM12 4BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM12 4BU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 50.6% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 51.5% | 49.4% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 RM12 4BU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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 | 30.2% | 33.7% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.3% | 54.5% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 1.9% | 4.2% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 5.2% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (87.4%) 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 | 46.1% | 52.1% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 35.3% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 10.4% | -5.8% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.5% | 17.2% | -12.3% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 11.2% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 17.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.3% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 17.9% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 29.5% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.2% 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% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.3% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 4.2% | 5.6% | 1.4% | 2.5% | 3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 90.1% | 71.2% | -18.9% | 81.4% | -10.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 85.2% 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 | 94.6% | 85.2% | -9.4% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 6.2% | 3.5% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 84.9% | -8.5% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 12.3% | 11.1% | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.4% | 37.2% | -11.8% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 11.5% | 6.5% | 5.0% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tennyson Way was 32.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.2% lower than the Hylands & Harrow Lodge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tennyson Way has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Hylands & Harrow Lodge and the 209th lowest crime rate of 744 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Tennyson Way, Hornchurch, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2025-03-25 | £607,027 |
| 39 Tennyson Way, Hornchurch, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-10-04 | £380,071 |
| 25 Tennyson Way, Hornchurch, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £561,500 | 2024-02-28 | £600,387 |
| 3 Tennyson Way, Hornchurch, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2023-09-01 | £437,316 |
| 5 Tennyson Way, Hornchurch, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2023-08-08 | £512,140 |
RM12 4BU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Transport and storage | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrow Lodge Primary School Rainsford Way , RM12 4BP | 2out of 4 | 209 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Hornchurch Road , RM12 4TL | 3out of 4 | 633 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rush Green Primary School Dagenham Road , Rush Green RM7 0RL | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benhurst Primary School Benhurst Avenue , Elm Park RM12 4QS | 3out of 4 | 1,364 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hylands Primary School Granger Way , RM1 2RU | 3out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hornchurch High School Broadstone Road , RM12 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 885 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls Brentwood Road , RM1 2RR | 3out of 4 | 1,589 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College Abbs Cross Lane , RM12 4YB | 3out of 4 | 1,713 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elutec Yew Tree Avenue , Rainham Rd South RM10 7FN | 2out of 4 | 2,263 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sanders Draper Suttons Lane , RM12 6RT | 2out of 4 | 2,365 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barking and Dagenham College Dagenham Road , RM7 0XU | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbrook School Dagenham Road , RM10 7UR | 2out of 4 | 2,309 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sydney Russell School Parsloes Avenue , RM9 5QT | 4out of 4 | 4,583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Brentwood Road , Romford RM1 2PS | - not rated | 1,572 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bep Academy 62-64 Western Road , ROMFORD RM1 3LP | - not rated | 2,100 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap Academy - Havering Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | 2out of 4 | 2,724 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidea Park College 2 Balgores Lane , Gidea Park RM2 5JR | - not rated | 3,079 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Hare Park School South Drive , Gidea Park RM2 6HH | - not rated | 3,227 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kika's Cupcakes | 149 Upper Rainham Road, Hornchurch | 298 yd | |
| Burger King | 272 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 555 yd | |
| Harris & Hoole | 300 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 574 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining | 300 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 574 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | 300 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown | 360 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 606 yd | |
| Iona Social Club | 131-133 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yo! To Go! @ Tesco Extra | 300 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 574 yd | |
| Curry Corner | 4 Roneo Corner, Hornchurch | 593 yd | |
| Essex Chef | 28 Roneo Corner, Hornchurch | 593 yd | |
| Blue Bengal | 220 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 787 yd | |
| Now Peri Peri | 186 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | 300 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 574 yd | |
| Tesco Garage | 300 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 574 yd | |
| Welcome Co-Op Hornchurch | 176-178 Hornchurch Road, Hornchurch | 849 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harrow Lodge Primary School RAINSFORD WAY | grass pitches | 124 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary School HORNCHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Ymca (Romford) RUSH GREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 724 yd |
| The Albany BROADSTONE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 748 yd |
| Harrow Lodge Park WARREN DRIVE | grass pitches | 962 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 65.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 198.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.