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South Woodford

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About

South Woodford ward lies in the northern part of the London Borough of Redbridge, bordering Epping Forest. It is primarily a residential area characterised by suburban housing, ranging from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to larger inter-war semis and modern apartment blocks. The ward is well-connected by the Central line, with South Woodford station serving as a key transport hub, facilitating commutes into central London.

The area centres around George Lane, a main high street offering a range of shops, cafes, and restaurants. Nearby, the historic Sir James Hawkey Hall functions as a community venue. A notable local feature is the former Charlie Brown's Roundabout, officially the Waterworks Corner Roundabout, known for its seasonal festive decorations. Open spaces include the local Churchfields recreation ground and the proximity to the expansive woodland of Epping Forest.

Area overview

On average South Woodford has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in South Woodford is £83,791 per year. There are 5 schools in South Woodford: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity. South Woodford is home to around 12,833 people, with a population density of about 6,289.5 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
5.2%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

South Woodford Population
12,833
Population density
6,289.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
18.78(-40%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.78(-30%)
Shoplifting
17.69(+77%)
Vehicle crime
14.03(+50%)
Other theft
7.87(-31%)
London average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,657
44.09%
Other White
1,690
13.17%
Indian
1,302
10.15%
Pakistani
979
7.63%
Bangladeshi
446
3.48%
Total population: 12,832

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
5,609
53.86%
Level 3 (A level)
1,362
13.08%
No qualifications
1,266
12.16%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,009
9.69%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
608
5.84%
Total 16+ residents: 10,414

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,643
32.08%
Owns outright
1,556
30.38%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,443
28.17%
Social rents from council
186
3.63%
Other social rented
143
2.79%
Total households: 5,122

Property prices in South Woodford

Based on 129 recent sales, the median property price is £590,000 in South Woodford area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £1,675,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for South Woodford in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in South Woodford over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached21£840,000
Terraced45£725,000
Detached6£819,220
Flats57£410,000

10 years median price trend in South Woodford

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in South Woodford.

All postcodes in South Woodford

E181NS

South View Drive

E182AT

Lansdowne Villas

E182AF

Cleveland Road

E181AR

Marlborough Road

E181JZ

Ashford Road

E182DN

Broadwalk

E181FF

Chigwell Road

E182DU

Coppice Way

E182AR

Avon Way

E182BA

Lansdowne Road

E182HT

Malford Court

E182JL

Hillcrest Road

E182EE

Woodford Road

E181FB

Chigwell Road

E181LE

Albert Road

E182EY

Woodford Road

E182EN

Meadow Walk

E182WX

Marlborough Road

E182AQ

Bedford Road

E182NA

High Road

E182AH

Bedford Road

E181PX

Pelham Road

E182EG

Woodford Road

E182LE

Grove End

E182LS

Electric Parade

E181JU

Woodville Road

E181TP

Chigwell Road

E189BR

Marlborough Road

E189EF

South Woodford

E181PS

Pulteney Road

E181LU

Cadogan Gardens

E111SX

Falcon Way

E182UA

Laurel Way

E182JH

Grove Hill

E182DS

Bushey Avenue

E182JF

Grove Hill

E181RH

Thornwood Close

E181BX

Eastwood Close

E182AP

Tavistock Road

E181AG

Station Approach

E181QL

Hermon Hill

E182ED

Woodford Road

E189EL

South Woodford

E181JP

Maybank Avenue

E181BH

Foxdene Close

E181ED

Mulberry Way

E181BT

Elmhurst Drive

E182HF

Raymond Avenue

E182DG

Malford Grove

E181EB

Mulberry Way

E181BP

Elmhurst Drive

E181PJ

Ashbourne Avenue

E182HE

Wordsworth Avenue

E182JU

High Road

E181PQ

Ashbourne Avenue

E181DG

Violet Road

E181FD

Chigwell Road

E182JA

Grove Hill

E181QQ

Hermon Hill

E181NX

South View Drive

E181DF

Primrose Road

E181BL

Wavertree Road

E181NT

Hurstwood Avenue

E181JN

Cowslip Road

E182AU

Lansdowne Road

E182JD

Grove Hill

E189EJ

South Woodford

E181PR

Pulteney Road

E181HL

Falcon Court

E182BD

Glebelands Avenue

E182RS

Bedford Road

E182BQ

Woodford Road

E181BD

The Shrubberies

E181BQ

South Woodford

E181JW

Cowslip Road

E182EB

Woodford Road

E182EX

Woodford Road

E182LY

Electric Parade

E181NE

Onslow Gardens

E181NL

Chigwell Road

E182DD

Kingspark Court

E182HY

Grove Hill

E181LF

Victoria Road

E181NA

Onslow Gardens

E181AN

George Lane

E181FE

Crest Walk

E182EF

Woodford Road

E182AB

Glebelands Avenue

E181QF

Lancaster Avenue

E181EE

Mulberry Way

E181JX

Oakdale Road

E182HA

Greenheys Drive

E182JJ

High Road

E181BG

South Woodford

E181BZ

Marlborough Road

E182HZ

Grove Hill

E182QR

Radleys Lane

E182AJ

Cleveland Road

E182JT

High Road

E111SY

Osprey Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.