Tawney Lane is in Stapleford Tawney, Romford and in Epping Forest district. RM4 1EE is located in the Theydon Bois with Passingford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brentwood and Ongar. This postcode has been in use since 2003-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tawney Lane, Stapleford Tawney, Romford, RM4 1EE 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. However, the area surrounding RM4 1EE is primarily male, with 57.9% of the population 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 | 51.1% | 42.1% | -9.0% | 51.0% | -8.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 57.9% | 9.0% | 49.0% | 8.9% |
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 RM4 1EE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 26.7% | 31.3% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 51.7% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Separated | 7.5% | 1.4% | -6.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.9% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.8% | 0.6% | 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 | 49.6% | 45% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 32.5% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 15.4% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 | 17.5% | 25.7% | 8.2% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.3% | 9% | -14.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 18.1% | 5.6% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 3.5% | -2.3% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 13.2% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 25.7% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.9% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.6% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.3% | 87.6% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 6.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 93.3% | 88.2% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 6.5% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 4.1% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 88.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.7% | 10.7% | 9.8% | 0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 0% | -7.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Sikh | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tawney Lane was 194.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 207.0% higher than the Ongar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tawney Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Ongar and the 23rd highest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 144.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larksview Tawney Lane, Romford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,050,000 | 2024-06-25 | £1,045,643 |
| 1 Brickfield House Tawney Lane, Romford, Essex Other, an established residential building | £1,320,000 | 2021-11-02 | £1,343,254 |
| Cutlers Forge Cottage Tawney Lane, Romford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2021-11-01 | £517,548 |
| Larksview Cottage Tawney Lane, Romford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £835,000 | 2018-05-03 | £928,853 |
| 1 Brickfield House Tawney Lane, Romford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £341,000 | 2017-08-25 | £385,291 |
RM4 1EE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
RM4 1EE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 36 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stapleford Abbotts Primary School Stapleford Road , Stapleford Abbotts RM4 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,291 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambourne Primary School Hoe Lane , Abridge RM4 1AU | 3out of 4 | 4,452 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dame Tipping Church of England Primary School North Road , Havering-atte-Bower RM4 1PS | 3out of 4 | 4,941 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coopersale Hall School Flux's Lane , CM16 7PE | - not rated | 5,099 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 50.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.