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Cranham

England / London / Havering / Cranham

About

Cranham is a residential ward located in the eastern part of Havering, London. The area is known for its suburban character, with a mix of detached and semi-detached houses. Cranham borders Upminster to the south and North Ockendon to the east, offering a quieter atmosphere compared to more central parts of London. The ward includes Cranham Village, which retains a traditional feel with local shops and a parish church.

Cranham has good transport links, with Cranham station providing Overground services to central London. The area is surrounded by green spaces, including Cranham Marsh Nature Reserve and fields along the Thames Chase Forest Centre. Schools and community facilities cater to families, contributing to its appeal as a residential area. The ward maintains a balance between accessibility and a semi-rural setting.

Area overview

On average Cranham has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cranham is £60,261 per year. There are 2 schools in Cranham: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
40
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
5.1%
Connectivity
3/10

Area Profile

Cranham Population
12,987
Population density
2,456.8 per km²

Demographics

British
10,887
83.86%
Other White
470
3.62%
Indian
286
2.2%
African
260
2%
Irish
146
1.12%
Total population: 12,982

Housing

Owns outright
2,427
47.14%
Owns with a mortgage
1,954
37.95%
Private landlord or letting agency
414
8.04%
Social rents from council
228
4.43%
Other forms of private rent
70
1.36%
Total households: 5,149

Property prices in Cranham

Based on 152 recent sales, the median property price is £500,000 in Cranham area, with individual transactions ranging from £215,000 up to £2,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached20£1,075,000
Flats11£320,000
Semi-Detached72£551,500
Terraced49£450,000

10 years price trend in Cranham

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.