Epsom Way is in Hornchurch and in Havering district. RM12 6DU is located in the Hacton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hornchurch and Upminster. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Epsom Way, Hornchurch, RM12 6DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM12 6DX, RM12 6EA, RM14 2NT, RM12 6DT, RM14 2NU, RM14 2NP, RM12 6EL, RM12 6EB, RM12 6BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM12 6DU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 54.2% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 45.6% | 45.8% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around RM12 6DU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.7% | 43.5% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.8% | 38.2% | 3.4% | 44.2% | -6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 11% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 4.9% | -7.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.8% | 48.9% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 32.1% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 12.3% | -7.6% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 5.1% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 26% | 17.1% | -8.9% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 12.2% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23% | 17.1% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 18.8% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 28.2% | 12.0% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 5.4% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 92% | 83.8% | -8.2% | 81.4% | 2.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 84% 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 | 92.7% | 84% | -8.7% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 6.9% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 3.3% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 82.7% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.6% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 5.1% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.6% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 44% | 46.2% | -2.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Sikh | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Epsom Way was 107.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 155.7% higher than the Cranham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Epsom Way has the 10th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Cranham and the 172nd highest crime rate of 740 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Epsom Way, Hornchurch, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-03-10 | £312,277 |
| 25 Epsom Way, Hornchurch, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £317,000 | 2021-12-21 | £337,046 |
| 19 Epsom Way, Hornchurch, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-09-29 | £296,752 |
| 25 Epsom Way, Hornchurch, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £231,500 | 2015-12-21 | £292,918 |
| 33 Epsom Way, Hornchurch, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2015-09-18 | £284,373 |
RM12 6DU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hacton Primary School Chepstow Avenue , RM12 6AU | 4out of 4 | 424 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hacton Primary School Chepstow Avenue , RM12 6AU | - not rated | 424 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Branfil Primary School Cedar Avenue , RM14 2LW | 3out of 4 | 511 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branfil Junior School Cedar Avenue , RM14 2LW | - not rated | 511 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branfil Infant School Cedar Avenue , RM14 2LW | - not rated | 511 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dury Falls School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3TB | - not rated | 1,082 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart of Mary Girls' School St Mary's Lane , RM14 2QR | - not rated | 1,172 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sacred Heart of Mary Girls' School St Mary's Lane , RM14 2QR | - not rated | 1,172 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sanders School Suttons Lane , RM12 6RT | - not rated | 1,195 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sanders Draper Suttons Lane , RM12 6RT | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | 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 | 1,082 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havering College of Further and Higher Education Ardleigh Green Road , RM11 2LL | - not rated | 3,670 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barking and Dagenham College Dagenham Road , RM7 0XU | - not rated | 4,357 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Rainham Sixth Form 217 Wennington Road , RM13 9XA | - not rated | 4,916 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbrook School Dagenham Road , RM10 7UR | 3out of 4 | 5,041 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Routes4Life Limited The Walk , RM11 3TL | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tuition Centre 235 High Street , RM11 3XX | - not rated | 1,211 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birnam Wood Pupil Referral Unit Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Havering Inskip Drive , RM11 3UR | 3out of 4 | 1,240 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corbets Tey School Harwood Hall Lane , RM14 2YQ | 3out of 4 | 1,802 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Martyrs Church Hall | 240 Alma Avenue, Hornchurch | 487 yd | |
| Tunch Kitchen | 47 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 882 yd | |
| Angeli Fish & Chips | 51 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 882 yd | |
| The Sipping House Limited | 179 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 895 yd | |
| Milkies | 177 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 898 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Optimist Tavern | Hacton Lane, Hornchurch | 417 yd | |
| Railway Hotel | Station Lane, Hornchurch | 943 yd | |
| The Windmill | 167 Upminster Road, Hornchurch | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hacton Lane Fish Bar & Kebab | Central Drive, Hornchurch | 164 yd | |
| Hong Kong City | 53 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 882 yd | |
| Hornchurch Charcoal Grill | 195 Station Lane, Hornchurch | 896 yd | |
| VJ Chicken & Pizza | 130 Upminster Road, Hornchurch | 961 yd | |
| Super Kebab House/ Upminster Grill | 97 Upminster Road, Hornchurch | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 2 Suttons Lane, Hornchurch | 882 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Branfil Primary School (Little Gaynes Lane Playing Field) LITTLE GAYNES LANE | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| Hornchurch Stadium HORNCHURCH STADIUM HORNCHURCH STADIUM BRIDGE AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 747 yd |
| Suttons Primary School SUTTONS LANE | grass pitches | 1,050 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 | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.