Postcode RM2 5BN is located in a major urban area, within the St Edward's ward of Havering in the London region, and forms part of the Central Romford area. It has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 102.5 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income per household in Central Romford is £64,316 per year. The nearest station is Romford located about 0.4 miles away. There are 9 primary and 3 secondary schools in the area. There are 1 parks nearby, closest large park is Lodge Farm Park.
Central Romford has a moderate level of deprivation, ranked at position 15,714 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 48% most deprived areas in England.
Central Romford has a high crime rate, with approximately 102.5 reported incidents per 1,000 population each year.
Approximately 12.1% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 17.9% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income per household in Central Romford is £64,316 per year.
Very High noise level (>=75.0 dB) from rail, approximately 118 ft away from RM2 5BN.
Central Romford near RM2 5BN has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
The nearest station is Romford located about 0.4 miles away. There are 2 stations nearby.
| Distance | Zone | Name | Lines | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | 6 | Romford | Elizabeth, Greater Anglia, Overground | Walking directions to Romford |
| 0.7 mi | 6 | Gidea Park | Elizabeth, Greater Anglia | Walking directions to Gidea Park |
| Distance | Name | Size | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mi | Lodge Farm Park | Large | Walking directions to Lodge Farm Park |
Based on 134 recent sales, the median property price is £455,500 in St Edward's area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £975,000.
Price distribution per property type (last year)
Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 6 | £690,000 |
| Flats | 44 | £246,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 46 | £560,000 |
| Terraced | 38 | £502,500 |
10 year median price trend in St Edward's
In the RM2 5BN postcode area, located within Central Romford, there are 9 primary and 3 secondary schools in close proximity.
12 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of RM2 5BN
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 mi | Carlton Food & Wine | Carlton Road, Havering, RM2 5AA | Walking directions to Carlton Food & Wine |
| 0.3 mi | Asda | Mercury Gardens, Romford, RM1 3EE | Walking directions to Asda |
| 0.4 mi | Tesco Express | Main Road, Havering, RM1 3BT | Walking directions to Tesco Express |
| 0.4 mi | Bargains Galore | Western Road, Havering, RM1 3LD | Walking directions to Bargains Galore |
| 0.4 mi | Aforda | South Street, Havering, RM1 1PL | Walking directions to Aforda |
Annual council tax rates for Havering district (2025-26).
Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.