Station Road is in Harold Wood, Romford and in Havering district. RM3 0BS is located in the Harold Wood 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 Station Road, Harold Wood, Romford, RM3 0BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM3 0BP, RM3 0QS, RM3 0BL, RM3 0PE, RM3 0NX, RM3 0QU, RM3 0PH, RM3 0BH, RM3 0RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RM3 0BS has a slightly higher male population, with 53% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.8% | 47% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 53.2% | 53% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 RM3 0BS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.3% 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 | 52.9% | 57.3% | 4.4% | 37.9% | 19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25% | 19.4% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -24.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 8.5% | -3.6% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 12.3% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 | 42.4% | 39.1% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 32.7% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 23.8% | 10.0% | 12.7% | 11.1% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.4% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 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 | 22.9% | 22.5% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 13.4% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 14.4% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 5.7% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 15.3% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 25.4% | -3.4% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.9% 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% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 2.5% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 5.2% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 9.7% | 8.8% | -0.9% | 2.5% | 6.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Mixed Other | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 78.4% | 69.9% | -8.5% | 81.4% | -11.5% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 72.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 72.7% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -10.5% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 11% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 6.1% | 5.7% | 0.8% | 5.3% |
| Africa | 8.9% | 6.9% | -2.0% | 2.7% | 4.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.9% | 72.1% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 13.4% | 12.3% | 9.8% | 3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 4.5% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.7% | 7.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 5.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.8% | 2.8% | -5.0% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64% | 76.7% | -12.7% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 5.7% | 0.9% | 4.8% |
| Other EU countries | 4% | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 35% | 46.2% | -11.2% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 9.3% | 6.5% | 2.8% |
| Sikh | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 17.5% | 6.0% | 11.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 809.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 1018.2% higher than the Harold Wood average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Station Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Harold Wood and the 10th highest crime rate of 744 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 240.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 48.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier House Station Road, Romford, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2022-03-31 | £652,886 |
| 33A Station Road, Romford, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2021-01-13 | £640,308 |
| 45 Station Road, Romford, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2020-02-13 | £75,255 |
| 47 Station Road, Romford, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2018-12-10 | £359,935 |
| Premier House Station Road, Romford, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2013-12-23 | £473,019 |
RM3 0BS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harold Court Primary School Church Road , Harold Wood RM3 0SH | 3out of 4 | 799 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mead Primary School Amersham Road , Harold Hill RM3 9JD | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harold Wood Primary School Recreation Avenue , Harold Wood RM3 0TH | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadford Primary School Faringdon Avenue , Harold Hill RM3 8JS | 3out of 4 | 1,219 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ardleigh Green Junior School (Ardleigh Green Learning Federation Ardleigh Green Road , RM11 2SP | 4out of 4 | 1,505 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redden Court School Cotswold Road , Harold Wood RM3 0TS | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Campion School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3BX | 3out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Drapers' Academy Settle Road , Harold Hill RM3 9XR | 2out of 4 | 1,917 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Liberty School Upper Brentwood Road , RM2 6HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,027 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Emerson Park Academy Wych Elm Road , RM11 3AD | 3out of 4 | 3,120 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Academy Ravensbourne Neave Crescent , Faringdon Avenue RM3 8HN | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lime Academy Forest Approach Settle Road , Harold Hill RM3 9YA | 3out of 4 | 2,084 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Hare Park School South Drive , Gidea Park RM2 6HH | - not rated | 2,156 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Koru 90 Taunton Road , Harold Hill CM13 2QU | - not rated | 2,668 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidea Park College 2 Balgores Lane , Gidea Park RM2 5JR | - not rated | 2,706 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chippy | 41 Station Road, Harold Wood | 10 yd | |
| Kuzine | 45 Station Road, Harold Wood | 10 yd | |
| Cafe Break | 25 Station Road, Harold Wood | 60 yd | |
| Bamboo Garden | 17 Station Road, Harold Wood | 60 yd | |
| Globes Best Grill | 9 Oak Road, Romford | 164 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Harold | 51 Station Road, Harold Wood | 10 yd | |
| Harold Wood Sports Association | Harold View, Harold Wood | 604 yd | |
| Array Essex | 91 Shepherds Hill, Romford | 835 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmin Indian Takeaway | Gubbins Lane, Romford | 136 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | 13-15 Station Road, Harold Wood | 60 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harold Wood Park BRINSMEAD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 675 yd |
| Redden Court School Cotswold Road | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| Harold Wood Primary School RECREATION AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,038 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 | 92.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.