Pages Lane is in Romford and in Havering district. RM3 0NF is located in the Harold Wood 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 Pages Lane, Romford, RM3 0NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM3 0NF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.2% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49% | 48.8% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of RM3 0NF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.6% 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 | 22.6% | 25.5% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 56.6% | -7.6% | 44.2% | 12.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5% | 7.7% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 9.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 42% | 47.8% | 5.8% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 37.7% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 8.6% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 29.4% | 22.2% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 10.2% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.1% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 15.3% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 28% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.6% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 94.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 5.2% | 4.6% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 94.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 64.7% | 46.2% | 18.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pages Lane was 32.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.6% lower than the Harold Wood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pages Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Harold Wood and the 193rd lowest crime rate of 740 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lavender House Pages Lane, Romford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £862,000 | 2019-09-27 | £1,072,369 |
| Blackbarn House Pages Lane, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £920,000 | 2019-09-27 | £1,140,713 |
| Blackbarn House Pages Lane, Romford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £860,000 | 2015-07-13 | £1,357,553 |
| Westbarn House Pages Lane, Romford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2014-05-16 | £1,544,783 |
| Lavender House Pages Lane, Romford, Greater London Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £710,000 | 2014-01-31 | £1,376,531 |
RM3 0NF 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 RM3 0NF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harold Wood Primary School Recreation Avenue , Harold Wood RM3 0TH | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harold Court Primary School Church Road , Harold Wood RM3 0SH | 3out of 4 | 1,210 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelmes Primary School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3BX | - not rated | 1,633 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mead Primary School Amersham Road , Harold Hill RM3 9JD | 3out of 4 | 2,125 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ardleigh Green Junior School Ardleigh Green Road , RM11 2SP | 4out of 4 | 2,156 yd | Academy converter | 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 | - not rated | 1,242 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redden Court School Cotswold Road , Harold Wood RM3 0TS | 4out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Campion School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3BX | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Campion School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3BX | 3out of 4 | 1,491 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Emerson Park School Wych Elm Road , RM11 3AD | - not rated | 2,438 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havering College of Further and Higher Education Ardleigh Green Road , RM11 2LL | - not rated | 2,183 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havering Sixth Form College Wingletye Lane , RM11 3TB | - not rated | 3,699 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edullect Academy Independent School Melville Court , Spilsby Road RM3 8SB | - not rated | 2,153 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eagle Haven School Ardleigh House , 42 Ardleigh Green Road RM11 2LG | - not rated | 2,221 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensbourne School Neave Crescent , Faringdon Avenue RM3 8HN | - not rated | 2,324 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lime Academy Ravensbourne Neave Crescent , Faringdon Avenue RM3 8HN | 3out of 4 | 2,324 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Inclusion Support Tutor The Albe , Gooshays Drive RM3 9LB | - not rated | 2,574 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Haven | Nags Head Lane, Upminster | 840 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 20 Athelstan Road, Romford | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Array Essex | 91 Shepherds Hill, Romford | 335 yd | |
| Harold Wood Sports Association | Harold View, Harold Wood | 1,082 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harold Wood Park BRINSMEAD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 766 yd |
| Harold Wood Primary School RECREATION AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,020 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 | 40.0% |
| 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 | 60.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.