Hainault Road is in Romford and in Havering district. RM5 3AP is located in the Mawneys electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Romford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hainault Road, Romford, RM5 3AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RM5 3AR, RM1 4QR, RM1 4QS, RM5 3BL, RM5 3BD, RM7 8RE, RM5 3AS, RM5 3BH, RM5 3BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RM5 3AP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.1% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.9% | 1.3% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 RM5 3AP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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 | 27.1% | 28.9% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 54.5% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8% | 6.6% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 7.3% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) 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 | 43.7% | 51.9% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 39.2% | 36% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 8.9% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.2% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 26% | 14.3% | -11.7% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 11.6% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 16.9% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 5.6% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 18.6% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 30.6% | 11.9% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.3% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.5% 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 | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 5.7% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 3.9% | 4.7% | 0.8% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 82.9% | 72.5% | -10.4% | 81.4% | -8.9% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 80.8% 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 | 91.6% | 80.8% | -10.8% | 83.2% | -2.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 7.5% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 6.2% | 3.8% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.7% | 80.6% | -10.1% | 83.2% | -2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.7% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 5% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.7% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 3% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.6% | 37.2% | -17.6% |
| Christian | 57.8% | 46.2% | 11.6% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 8.9% | 6.5% | 2.4% |
| Sikh | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hainault Road was 2.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.9% lower than the Marshalls & Rise Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hainault Road has the lowest crime rate of 130 local areas in Marshalls & Rise Park and the lowest crime rate of 744 local areas in Havering .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112 Hainault Road, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2023-08-22 | £586,057 |
| 108 Hainault Road, Romford, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2022-12-16 | £488,054 |
| 142 Hainault Road, Romford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-07-27 | £530,114 |
| 120 Hainault Road, Romford, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2022-03-24 | £584,834 |
| 136 Hainault Road, Romford, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-09-13 | £478,725 |
RM5 3AP 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 | 123 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parklands Primary School Havering Road , RM1 4QX | 3out of 4 | 459 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crownfield Junior School White Hart Lane , Collier Row RM7 8JB | 3out of 4 | 940 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crownfield Infant School White Hart Lane , Collier Row RM7 8JB | 3out of 4 | 940 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Dorset Avenue , RM1 4JA | 4out of 4 | 998 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Lowshoe Lane , Collier Row RM5 2AP | 3out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,293 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's Church of England Academy London Road , RM7 9NX | 1out of 4 | 2,185 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bower Park Academy Havering Road , RM1 4YY | 3out of 4 | 2,256 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Warren School Whalebone Lane North , Chadwell Heath RM6 6SB | 3out of 4 | 2,437 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls Brentwood Road , RM1 2RR | 3out of 4 | 3,057 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | 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 | 3,499 yd | Further education | 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 | 3,916 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbrook School Dagenham Road , RM10 7UR | 2out of 4 | 4,538 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bep Academy 62-64 Western Road , ROMFORD RM1 3LP | - not rated | 1,989 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidea Park College 2 Balgores Lane , Gidea Park RM2 5JR | - not rated | 2,465 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel School Havering Grange , Havering Road RM1 4HR | - not rated | 2,561 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge Brentwood Road , Romford RM1 2PS | - not rated | 3,042 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Hare Park School South Drive , Gidea Park RM2 6HH | - not rated | 3,121 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caspian Sea Fish Bar | 55 Collier Row Lane, Romford | 161 yd | |
| Wongs | 47 Collier Row Lane, Romford | 161 yd | |
| Dream Cafe | 39 Collier Row Lane, Romford | 162 yd | |
| The Park Cafe | Eastern Avenue West, Romford | 268 yd | |
| K’s Cafe @ Selco | Unit 2 King George Close, Romford | 274 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion | 120 Collier Row Lane, Romford | 394 yd | |
| Winchesters | 119-121 Cross Road, Mawneys | 826 yd | |
| Bell & Gate | 248 Collier Row Lane, Romford | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad Wala/Grill Wala/Dosa Wala | 83-95 Hainault Road, Collier Row | 292 yd | |
| Desi Kitchen | 140 Collier Row Lane, Romford | 483 yd | |
| Panda | 203 North Street, Romford | 719 yd | |
| Chickaholic | 172 Mawney Road, Romford | 722 yd | |
| The Hybrid Kitchen@The Bell & Gate | 248 Collier Row Lane, Romford | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 137-141 North Street, Romford | 590 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Eastern Avenue West, Romford | 646 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 163 Mawney Road, Romford | 791 yd | |
| Aldi | 7-9 Marlborough Road, Romford | 908 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Playfootball Romford EASTERN AVENUE WEST | artificial grass pitch | 455 yd |
| King George Playing Field (Mawney Park) EASTERN AVENUE WEST | grass pitches | 514 yd |
| Crownfield Junior School WHITE HART LANE | grass pitches | 1,069 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 | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.7% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 247.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.