Harrow Crescent is in Romford and in Havering district. RM3 7AL is located in the Heaton 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 Harrow Crescent, Romford, RM3 7AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM3 7AP, RM3 7BD, RM3 7BE, RM3 7BH, RM3 7BB, RM3 7AU, RM3 7AR, RM3 7DA, RM3 7FG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM3 7AL has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.2% of the population 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 | 54.5% | 56.2% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 5.2% |
| Male | 45.5% | 43.8% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -5.2% |
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 RM3 7AL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% 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 | 35.9% | 45.8% | 9.9% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.1% | 32.2% | -9.9% | 44.2% | -12.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 13.6% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 7% | 4.8% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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% | 50.9% | 8.5% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 31.2% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 12% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 5.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 38.1% | 27.5% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 11.7% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 19.8% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 8.4% | -2.6% | 16.9% | -8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.4% | 25.6% | 17.2% | 33.8% | -8.2% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.3% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 6.1% | 14.4% | 8.3% | 2.5% | 11.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 85.3% | 73% | -12.3% | 81.4% | -8.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 82.6% 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 | 85.3% | 82.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | -0.6% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 4.6% | 6.7% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 4.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 82.1% | -3.2% | 83.2% | -1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13.9% | 13.9% | 9.8% | 4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4% | 0.5% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 0% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.9% | 76.7% | -6.8% |
| France | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 4.3% | 0.3% | 4.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.4% | 37.2% | -5.8% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 8.2% | 6.5% | 1.7% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harrow Crescent was 122.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.6% higher than the Heaton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Harrow Crescent has the 6th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Heaton and the 128th highest crime rate of 744 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 31.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 143 Harrow Crescent, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-04-24 | £375,476 |
| 141 Harrow Crescent, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-11-18 | £374,304 |
| 147 Harrow Crescent, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2015-04-30 | £374,750 |
| 120 Harrow Crescent, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2014-10-06 | £276,284 |
| 143 Harrow Crescent, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2013-09-27 | £377,263 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilldene Primary School Grange Road , RM3 7DU | 3out of 4 | 646 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ursula's Catholic Primary School Straight Road , RM3 7JS | 4out of 4 | 980 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadford Primary School Faringdon Avenue , Harold Hill RM3 8JS | 3out of 4 | 1,550 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Park Junior School Annan Way , Rise Park RM1 4UD | 3out of 4 | 1,808 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Park Infant School Annan Way , Rise Park RM1 4UD | 3out of 4 | 1,808 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshalls Park Academy Pettits Lane , RM1 4EH | 2out of 4 | 1,673 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Liberty School Upper Brentwood Road , RM2 6HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,684 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bower Park Academy Havering Road , RM1 4YY | 3out of 4 | 1,771 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redden Court School Cotswold Road , Harold Wood RM3 0TS | 3out of 4 | 2,695 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Campion School Wingletye Lane , RM11 3BX | 3out of 4 | 3,000 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 5,080 yd | Further education | 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 | 1,302 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidea Park College 2 Balgores Lane , Gidea Park RM2 5JR | - not rated | 1,524 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Hare Park School South Drive , Gidea Park RM2 6HH | - not rated | 1,664 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Koru 90 Taunton Road , Harold Hill CM13 2QU | - not rated | 1,984 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel School Havering Grange , Havering Road RM1 4HR | - not rated | 2,228 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| D&G Sweets | 6 Smart Close, Romford | 343 yd | |
| Noak Hill Archery Club | 102 Grange Road, Romford | 478 yd | |
| McDonald's | Straight Road, Romford | 687 yd | |
| Mali's Cafe | 63 Masefield Crescent, Romford | 757 yd | |
| Kervan Saray | 66 Masefield Crescent, Romford | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot and Tasty | 68 Masefield Crescent, Romford | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 35 Briar Road, Romford | 818 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gallows MASEFIELD CLOSE | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| Hilldene Primary School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 637 yd |
| Gidea Park Sports Ground GIDEA PARK SPORTS GROUND GIDEA PARK SPORTS GROUND EASTERN AVENUE EAST | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| Maylands Golf Club MAYLANDS GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB MAYLANDS GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB COLCHESTER ROAD | golf | 950 yd |
| Risebridge Golf Centre LOWER BEDFORDS ROAD | golf | 1,002 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| 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 | 68.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.