Bates Road is in Romford and in Havering district. RM3 0JS 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 Bates Road, Romford, RM3 0JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM3 0JT, RM3 0SH, RM3 0YA, RM3 0XX, RM3 0JU, RM3 0XS, RM3 0YH, RM3 0YJ, RM3 0YP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RM3 0JS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 52.7% | 49.2% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 47.3% | 50.8% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.5% | 35.8% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 44.9% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 11.8% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 5.9% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 39.2% | 45.6% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 36.3% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 14.7% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.5% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 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 | 33.5% | 19.8% | -13.7% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 11.1% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 16.2% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 10.7% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 15.4% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 25.7% | 14.1% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.2% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 7.6% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 4.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 4.1% | 3.0% | 2.5% | 1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 92.3% | 78.2% | -14.1% | 81.4% | -3.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 83.1% 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 | 97.8% | 83.1% | -14.7% | 83.2% | -0.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 83.1% | -14.3% | 83.2% | -0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.1% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 4.1% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Hindu | 4.7% | 1.7% | 3.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bates Road was 118.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.3% higher than the Harold Wood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bates Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Harold Wood and the 140th highest crime rate of 744 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Kings Cottages Bates Road, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-06-07 | £418,840 |
| 2 Kings Cottages Bates Road, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-12-13 | £365,670 |
| 1 Kings Cottages Bates Road, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2012-05-14 | £292,018 |
| 3 Kings Cottages Bates Road, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2010-10-28 | £228,877 |
| 2 Kings Cottages Bates Road, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2003-02-14 | £271,011 |
RM3 0JS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
RM3 0JS 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.
The percentage of student residents living in RM3 0JS area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harold Court Primary School Church Road , Harold Wood RM3 0SH | 3out of 4 | 111 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mead Primary School Amersham Road , Harold Hill RM3 9JD | 3out of 4 | 999 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drapers' Pyrgo Priory School Settle Road , Harold Hill RM3 9RT | 3out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Drapers' Maylands Primary School Settle Road , RM3 9XR | 3out of 4 | 1,412 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadford Primary School Faringdon Avenue , Harold Hill RM3 8JS | 3out of 4 | 1,575 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drapers' Academy Settle Road , Harold Hill RM3 9XR | 2out of 4 | 1,280 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redden Court School Cotswold Road , Harold Wood RM3 0TS | 3out of 4 | 1,720 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Campion School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3BX | 3out of 4 | 2,205 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Royal Liberty School Upper Brentwood Road , RM2 6HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Emerson Park Academy Wych Elm Road , RM11 3AD | 3out of 4 | 3,593 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Academy Forest Approach Settle Road , Harold Hill RM3 9YA | 3out of 4 | 1,505 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lime Academy Ravensbourne Neave Crescent , Faringdon Avenue RM3 8HN | 3out of 4 | 1,877 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Koru 90 Taunton Road , Harold Hill CM13 2QU | - not rated | 2,718 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Hare Park School South Drive , Gidea Park RM2 6HH | - not rated | 3,059 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ursuline Preparatory School Great Ropers Lane, , Brentwood CM13 3HR | - not rated | 3,493 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 Salvation Army | Petersfield Avenue, Romford | 801 yd | |
| Tapestry Kitchen | 14 Paines Brook Way, Romford | 867 yd | |
| The Chippy | 41 Station Road, Harold Wood | 918 yd | |
| Kuzine | 45 Station Road, Harold Wood | 918 yd | |
| Cafe Break | 25 Station Road, Harold Wood | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson Sports & Social Club | Kenilworth Avenue, Romford | 747 yd | |
| The Saxon King | Petersfield Avenue, Romford | 801 yd | |
| Array Essex | 91 Shepherds Hill, Romford | 861 yd | |
| King Harold | 51 Station Road, Harold Wood | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Romford Dragon | Colchester Road, Romford | 654 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Colchester Road, Romford | 654 yd | |
| Stop N Munch | Colchester Road, Romford | 654 yd | |
| Rock N Roe | Colchester Road, Romford | 654 yd | |
| Jasmin Indian Takeaway | Gubbins Lane, Romford | 981 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | 13-15 Station Road, Harold Wood | 967 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hendersons Sports And Social Club SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND KENILWORTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 974 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.