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South Hornchurch

England / London / Havering / South Hornchurch

About

South Hornchurch is a residential ward located in the eastern part of the London Borough of Havering. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. It borders the River Thames to the south, offering some green spaces and riverside walks. The ward is well-connected by road, with the A13 providing access to central London and Essex.

Local amenities include several schools, parks, and small shopping areas catering to everyday needs. South Hornchurch has a quieter atmosphere compared to busier parts of Havering, with a focus on community life. The area retains some industrial pockets near the river, reflecting its historical links to manufacturing and docks. Public transport options include bus routes, while the nearest rail station is in nearby Rainham.

Area overview

On average South Hornchurch has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 94 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.8% 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 £47,658 per year. There are 4 schools in South Hornchurch: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
94
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
11.8%
Connectivity
3/10

Area Profile

South Hornchurch Population
10,884
Population density
3,685 per km²

Demographics

British
6,721
61.75%
African
1,012
9.3%
Other White
811
7.45%
Bangladeshi
436
4.01%
Indian
348
3.2%
Total population: 10,885

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,490
37.37%
Owns outright
1,427
35.79%
Private landlord or letting agency
494
12.39%
Social rents from council
355
8.9%
Other social rented
120
3.01%
Total households: 3,987

Property prices in South Hornchurch

Based on 113 recent sales, the median property price is £425,000 in South Hornchurch area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £613,800.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£469,500
Flats6£233,500
Semi-Detached36£447,500
Terraced59£415,000

10 years price trend in South Hornchurch

All postcodes in South Hornchurch

RM138AA

Stanley Road South

RM138TU

Cherry Tree Lane

RM137EP

Hayes Drive

RM137TX

Fyfield Road

RM137YP

Ongar Way

RM137BB

Ford Lane

RM137BQ

Gilesfield Close

RM137DU

St John's Close

RM137UP

Canfield Road

RM138AR

Trafalgar Road

RM138AS

Hood Road

RM138EP

Maytree Close

RM138LR

Spinney Close

RM137XX

Albyns Close

RM138BE

Blake Close

RM138NH

Betterton Road

RM138TT

Cherry Tree Lane

RM137EA

Princes Park

RM137RP

Stanhope Road

RM137TP

Fyfield Road

RM137YL

Hornchurch Marshes

RM138LH

Louise Gardens

RM138SQ

Monarch Close

RM137DF

Weedon Mews

RM137TB

Hornchurch Marshes

RM137UU

Canfield Road

RM138AJ

Nelson Road

RM138BH

Sexton Close

RM138GT

Whitepost Lane

RM137AE

Anvil Mews

RM137EB

Esmond Close

RM137QS

Anstead Drive

RM137QU

Cherry Tree Close

RM137SJ

Rainham Road

RM137SR

Hornchurch Marshes

RM137UA

Fyfield Road

RM137UT

Canfield Road

RM138TA

Blake Close

RM137RS

Victory Road

RM137BJ

Proctor Place

RM137BN

Gloria Gardens

RM137BT

Elmer Close

RM137SB

Nelson Road

RM137TS

Courtyard Mews

RM137TT

Fyfield Road

RM138AH

Hubert Road

RM138AU

Nelson Road

RM137AD

Anvil Mews

RM138BB

Whybridge Close

RM138SY

Cherry Tree Lane

RM137RR

Victory Road

RM137UD

Dunmow Drive

RM138AL

Nelson Road

RM138NU

Karen Close

RM137AL

Blacksmith's Lane

RM137AX

Newtons Close

RM137DJ

Avelon Road

RM137RH

Blacksmith's Lane

RM138NT

Frederick Road

RM138ST

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.