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Loughton West

England / East of England / Epping Forest / Loughton West

About

Loughton West is a residential area located in the western part of Loughton, within the Epping Forest district. It is characterised by a mix of housing, including semi-detached and detached homes, with tree-lined streets and green spaces. The area is well-connected, with easy access to the Central Line via Loughton Underground Station, providing direct links to central London.

The neighbourhood is close to Epping Forest, offering outdoor recreation opportunities such as walking and cycling. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs. Loughton West has a quiet, suburban feel while remaining within reach of larger retail and transport hubs in the surrounding area.

Area overview

On average Loughton West has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Loughton West is £67,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Loughton West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
67
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
6.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Loughton West Population
6,034
Population density
1,952.8 per km²

Demographics

British
4,375
72.43%
Other White
476
7.88%
Indian
291
4.82%
Other
120
1.99%
White and Asian (mixed)
106
1.75%
Total population: 6,040

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
943
38.73%
Owns outright
921
37.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
317
13.02%
Social rents from council
145
5.95%
Other social rented
54
2.22%
Total households: 2,435

Property prices in Loughton West

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £607,500 in Loughton West area, with individual transactions ranging from £180,000 up to £3,350,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached19£1,025,000
Flats21£370,000
Semi-Detached13£853,600
Terraced22£604,750

10 years price trend in Loughton West

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.