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About

Fairlop is a residential area in the London Borough of Redbridge, located near the border with Essex. The area is known for its mix of housing, including semi-detached homes and modern developments. Fairlop Waters Country Park is a key feature, offering green space, a lake, and recreational facilities. The area has good transport links, with Fairlop Station providing access to the Central Line.

Local amenities include shops along Forest Road and several schools serving the community. The Fairlop Plain, a large open space, is used for sports and leisure activities. The area retains a suburban feel while being within easy reach of central London. Industrial estates to the north provide employment opportunities, balancing the primarily residential character of the area.

Area overview

On average Fairlop has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 79 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Fairlop is £54,700 per year. There are 6 schools in Fairlop: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
79
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
10.2%
Connectivity
4/10

Area Profile

Fairlop Population
14,594
Population density
4,061 per km²

Demographics

British
5,100
34.95%
Other White
2,173
14.89%
Indian
1,872
12.83%
Pakistani
1,022
7%
Bangladeshi
902
6.18%
Total population: 14,593

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,742
33.14%
Owns outright
1,485
28.25%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,307
24.87%
Social rents from council
373
7.1%
Other social rented
160
3.04%
Total households: 5,256

Property prices in Fairlop

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £520,500 in Fairlop area, with individual transactions ranging from £180,500 up to £1,800,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£797,500
Flats24£383,250
Semi-Detached26£600,000
Terraced37£500,000

10 years price trend in Fairlop

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Data Sources

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