Grimstone Close is in Romford and in Havering district. RM5 2PT is located in the Havering-atte-Bower electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Romford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grimstone Close, Romford, RM5 2PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM5 2HD, RM5 2LL, RM5 2ED, RM5 2HS, RM5 2HL, RM5 2UR, RM5 2HJ, RM5 2HT, RM5 2UX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RM5 2PT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% of residents 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 | 52.4% | 55.8% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 47.6% | 44.2% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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 | 34.6% | 39.9% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 40.6% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 2.1% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 11% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 6.4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 53% | 48.5% | -4.5% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 35.5% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 11.6% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 29.8% | 23.2% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 14.5% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 15.9% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 13% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 25% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.8% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 4.5% | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 10.4% | 10.6% | 0.2% | 2.5% | 8.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 4.5% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 4.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 82.1% | 65.4% | -16.7% | 81.4% | -16.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
In this area, 75.8% 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 | 88.8% | 75.8% | -13.0% | 83.2% | -7.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 7.5% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 6.9% | 9.2% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 6.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 5% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 75.3% | -13.5% | 83.2% | -7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 16.9% | 16.9% | 9.8% | 7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 5% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.5% | 1.7% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 1.1% | -6.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.3% | 37.2% | -8.9% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Hindu | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Jewish | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Sikh | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grimstone Close was 72.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.8% lower than the Havering-atte-Bower average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grimstone Close has the 23rd highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Havering-atte-Bower and the 289th highest crime rate of 744 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Grimstone Close, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-03-08 | £446,081 |
| 8 Grimstone Close, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2021-08-23 | £451,602 |
| 10 Grimstone Close, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £325,500 | 2020-06-04 | £388,389 |
| 14 Grimstone Close, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2013-05-29 | £406,411 |
| 5 Grimstone Close, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £171,500 | 2010-03-26 | £355,924 |
RM5 2PT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Pinewood Thistledene Avenue , Collier Row RM5 2TX | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clockhouse Primary School Clockhouse Lane , Collier Row RM5 3QR | 3out of 4 | 786 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Lowshoe Lane , Collier Row RM5 2AP | 3out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crownfield Junior School White Hart Lane , Collier Row RM7 8JB | 3out of 4 | 1,885 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crownfield Infant School White Hart Lane , Collier Row RM7 8JB | 3out of 4 | 1,885 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bower Park Academy Havering Road , RM1 4YY | 3out of 4 | 1,762 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshalls Park Academy Pettits Lane , RM1 4EH | 2out of 4 | 2,869 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Academy Harbourer Road , Hainault IG6 3TN | 3out of 4 | 3,244 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Warren School Whalebone Lane North , Chadwell Heath RM6 6SB | 3out of 4 | 3,903 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Church of England Academy London Road , RM7 9NX | 1out of 4 | 4,210 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atam Academy Little Heath , RM6 4XX | 4out of 4 | 4,469 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immanuel School Havering Grange , Havering Road RM1 4HR | - not rated | 1,490 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidea Park College 2 Balgores Lane , Gidea Park RM2 5JR | - not rated | 4,065 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Heath School Hainault Road , Little Heath RM6 5RX | 3out of 4 | 4,090 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bep Academy 62-64 Western Road , ROMFORD RM1 3LP | - not rated | 4,146 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Koru 90 Taunton Road , Harold Hill CM13 2QU | - not rated | 4,285 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Row Centre | 241 Lodge Lane, Romford | 423 yd | |
| AfroBites Mixes | 37 Ravenswood Close, Romford | 436 yd | |
| Veyso's | 17-19 Clockhouse Lane, Romford | 882 yd | |
| Gup Shup – Chit Chat Chai | 3 Clockhouse Lane, Romford | 892 yd | |
| Bollywood Restaurant | 7 Chase Cross Road, Romford | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RM5 Lounge | 11 Clockhouse Lane, Romford | 893 yd | |
| Colley Rowe Inn | 54-56 Collier Row Road, Romford | 946 yd | |
| Gravity Bar | 322 Collier Row Lane, Romford | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill's / Serial Griller | 15 Clockhouse Lane, Romford | 892 yd | |
| Silver Sea | 5 Chase Cross Road, Romford | 894 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 3 Chase Cross Road, Romford | 894 yd | |
| 12th Street | 4 Collier Row Road, Romford | 918 yd | |
| Chop Suey Centre | 8 Collier Row Road, Romford | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | 25 Turpin Avenue, Romford | 204 yd | |
| Aldi | 89-97 Collier Row Road, Romford | 1,002 yd | |
| Tesco | 316-318 Collier Row Lane, Romford | 1,074 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Forest Row Centre LODGE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 500 yd |
| Oasis Academy Pinewood THISTLEDENE AVENUE | grass pitches | 607 yd |
| North Romford Community Association CLOCKHOUSE LANE | 801 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% |
| Median download speed | 78.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 133.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.