Area360 logo

Find postcode

Heaton

England / London / Havering / Heaton

About

Heaton ward is located in the London Borough of Havering, covering a residential area in the northeast of the borough. The ward includes parts of Harold Hill and Noak Hill, with a mix of housing types, from post-war estates to more modern developments. Green spaces like Noak Hill Nature Reserve and local parks provide outdoor recreation opportunities.

The area has several schools, community centers, and local shops serving residents. Public transport links include bus routes connecting to Romford and other parts of Havering. Heaton ward has a suburban feel, with quiet streets and a focus on family living. The ward’s proximity to open countryside adds to its appeal for those seeking a balance between urban and rural living.

Area overview

On average Heaton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 38.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Heaton is £43,305 per year. There are 4 schools in Heaton: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
112
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
38.1%
Connectivity
3/10

Area Profile

Heaton Population
17,211
Population density
5,321.7 per km²

Demographics

British
10,126
58.83%
African
1,861
10.81%
Other White
1,824
10.6%
Caribbean
442
2.57%
Pakistani
403
2.34%
Total population: 17,213

Housing

Social rents from council
2,018
31.17%
Owns with a mortgage
1,934
29.87%
Owns outright
1,195
18.46%
Private landlord or letting agency
755
11.66%
Other social rented
413
6.38%
Total households: 6,474

Property prices in Heaton

Based on 108 recent sales, the median property price is £395,000 in Heaton area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £640,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£505,000
Flats18£201,000
Semi-Detached31£427,500
Terraced51£390,000

10 years price trend in Heaton

Prev Next

Data Sources

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