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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 moderate crime levels, with around 72 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
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
72
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
20.1(-34%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.7(-30%)
Vehicle crime
15.58(+60%)
Shoplifting
12.08(+19%)
Other theft
7.79(-33%)
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 131 recent sales, the median property price is £590,000 in South Woodford area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £2,725,000.

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
Detached6£940,000
Flats60£402,500
Semi-Detached20£787,500
Terraced45£740,000

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

E111SX

Falcon Way

E189BR

Marlborough Road

E181AU

South Woodford

E182WX

Marlborough Road

E181DD

Primrose Road

E181JJ

George Lane

E181NG

Chigwell Road

E182AE

Cleveland Road

E181DG

Violet Road

E181LE

Albert Road

E181PE

Charnwood Drive

E182HB

Greenheys Drive

E181JW

Cowslip Road

E181PB

Sherwood Avenue

E182EQ

Beechwood Park

E182HP

Bressey Grove

E182JG

Grove Hill

E182RG

High Road

E181HL

Falcon Court

E181LA

Beechcroft Road

E181RB

Primrose Road

E181JR

Rose Avenue

E181NS

South View Drive

E182HA

Greenheys Drive

E181AH

Marlborough Road

E181JZ

Ashford Road

E182HS

The Drive

E189DF

Marlborough Road

E181LL

Victoria Road

E182JZ

Washington Road

E181AB

South Woodford

E182HG

Raymond Avenue

E182JF

Grove Hill

E181PJ

Ashbourne Avenue

E182DG

Malford Grove

E182EU

Woodford Road

E182HF

Raymond Avenue

E182HQ

Byron Avenue

E181NP

South View Drive

E181QL

Hermon Hill

E182AG

Cleveland Road

E182AW

Clarendon Road

E112BH

Cranbourne Avenue

E181PN

Admirals Close

E182BQ

Woodford Road

E182HE

Wordsworth Avenue

E112BQ

Cranbourne Avenue

E181EB

Mulberry Way

E181FE

Crest Walk

E181NN

Chigwell Road

E181PA

Trinity Gardens

E181JX

Oakdale Road

E181NT

Hurstwood Avenue

E182BA

Lansdowne Road

E182BL

The Drive

E181BY

Eastwood Close

E181LF

Victoria Road

E182EF

Woodford Road

E181EH

Daisy Road

E181LR

Chigwell Road

E181PU

Pulteney Gardens

E181QD

Hermon Hill

E182AB

Glebelands Avenue

E182QP

High Road

E181QF

Lancaster Avenue

E182BD

Glebelands Avenue

E182EH

Beechwood Park

E181NU

Monmouth Avenue

E182HD

Wordsworth Avenue

E182JQ

The Chiltons

E182JU

High Road

E182DD

Kingspark Court

E182DP

Cheyne Avenue

E181AN

George Lane

E181BU

Eastwood Road

E182AH

Bedford Road

E182HT

Malford Court

E181BW

Eastwood Road

E182BE

Lansdowne Road

E182DX

Malford Grove

E182EA

Woodford Road

E182HL

High View Road

E182QW

High Road

E182YQ

Marlborough Road

E181BT

Elmhurst Drive

E181DF

Primrose Road

E181LN

George Lane

E182AP

Tavistock Road

E182AZ

Lansdowne Road

E182EL

Woodford Road

E189DU

Marlborough Road

E182AX

Lansdowne Road

E182JD

Grove Hill

E182LY

Electric Parade

E111SY

Osprey Close

E181LG

Victoria Road

E181LZ

Cadogan Gardens

E182AU

Lansdowne Road

E182BB

Lansdowne Road

E181EE

Mulberry Way

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.