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Hornchurch Marshes

England / London / Havering / Hornchurch Marshes

About

Hornchurch Marshes is a large open space in the London Borough of Havering, covering around 100 hectares. The area consists of grasslands, wetlands, and water channels, forming part of the Ingrebourne Valley. It provides a habitat for various wildlife, including birds, insects, and small mammals. The marshes are bordered by residential areas to the north and industrial zones to the south.

The site is used for recreation, with walking and cycling paths running through it. It also serves as a floodplain, helping to manage water levels in the Ingrebourne River. The marshes have a mix of natural and managed landscapes, with some areas left wild and others maintained for public access. Its location near urban developments makes it a green retreat for local residents.

Area overview

On average Hornchurch Marshes has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 136 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hornchurch Marshes is £46,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Hornchurch Marshes: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 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
136
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
29.4%
Connectivity
3/10

Area Profile

Hornchurch Marshes Population
10,639
Population density
2,216.4 per km²

Demographics

British
5,930
55.75%
African
1,191
11.2%
Other White
804
7.56%
Bangladeshi
575
5.41%
Caribbean
311
2.92%
Total population: 10,636

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,320
33.58%
Owns outright
1,018
25.9%
Other social rented
550
13.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
484
12.31%
Social rents from council
386
9.82%
Total households: 3,931

Property prices in Hornchurch Marshes

Based on 100 recent sales, the median property price is £416,000 in Hornchurch Marshes area, with individual transactions ranging from £77,000 up to £613,800.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£472,500
Flats22£267,500
Semi-Detached27£430,000
Terraced39£420,000

10 years price trend in Hornchurch Marshes

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Data Sources

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