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South Hornchurch

England / London / Havering / South Hornchurch

About

South Hornchurch is a residential area located in the London Borough of Havering, situated near the River Thames. The area is known for its mix of housing, including post-war estates, terraced homes, and modern developments. It has good transport links, with nearby train stations like Elm Park and Upminster providing access to central London. Green spaces like Hornchurch Country Park offer walking and cycling routes, with views of the surrounding marshes.

The area has local amenities such as schools, shops, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs. Industrial zones near the river provide employment opportunities, while quieter residential streets give the area a suburban feel. South Hornchurch is close to larger towns like Romford and Hornchurch, offering additional shopping and leisure options. Its location near the M25 and A13 makes it convenient for commuting by car.

Area overview

On average South Hornchurch has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Hornchurch is £49,400 per year. There are 7 schools in South Hornchurch: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
59
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
12.4%
Connectivity
3/10

Area Profile

South Hornchurch Population
8,471
Population density
4,128 per km²

Demographics

British
5,597
66.09%
African
668
7.89%
Other White
600
7.08%
Bangladeshi
291
3.44%
Indian
237
2.8%
Total population: 8,469

Housing

Owns outright
1,216
37.68%
Owns with a mortgage
1,150
35.64%
Private landlord or letting agency
356
11.03%
Social rents from council
306
9.48%
Other social rented
122
3.78%
Total households: 3,227

Property prices in South Hornchurch

Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £420,000 in South Hornchurch area, with individual transactions ranging from £217,000 up to £680,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£425,000
Flats3£280,000
Semi-Detached41£451,000
Terraced42£409,500

10 years price trend in South Hornchurch

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Data Sources

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