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Romford East

England / London / Havering / Romford East

About

Romford East is a residential area located in the London Borough of Havering. The area features a mix of housing, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and modern apartment complexes. It is well-connected by public transport, with Romford Station providing access to central London via the Elizabeth line and Overground services. Local amenities include schools, parks, and shopping facilities, catering to everyday needs.

The area is bordered by Harold Wood to the east and Gidea Park to the west, offering a balance of suburban living and convenience. Romford East has several green spaces, such as Raphael Park, which provides recreational opportunities. The nearby Romford town centre offers a wider range of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options. The area is primarily family-oriented, with a focus on community and practicality.

Area overview

On average Romford East has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Romford East is £63,400 per year. There are 4 schools in Romford East: 4 primary (1 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
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
31
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
2.6%
Connectivity
4/10

Area Profile

Romford East Population
9,535
Population density
5,450.7 per km²

Demographics

British
7,181
75.32%
Indian
525
5.51%
Other White
491
5.15%
African
182
1.91%
Pakistani
162
1.7%
Total population: 9,534

Housing

Owns outright
1,615
43.48%
Owns with a mortgage
1,522
40.98%
Private landlord or letting agency
431
11.6%
Social rents from council
62
1.67%
Other forms of private rent
41
1.1%
Total households: 3,714

Property prices in Romford East

Based on 117 recent sales, the median property price is £520,000 in Romford East area, with individual transactions ranging from £220,000 up to £1,110,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£672,500
Flats11£310,000
Semi-Detached51£525,000
Terraced38£520,000

10 years price trend in Romford East

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Data Sources

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