ilford IG4 Postcodes
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Ilford (IG4)
The IG4 postcode area is located in the Ilford postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 227 individual postcodes.
There are 1 electoral wards in the IG4 postcode area, including Barking, Buckhurst Hill, Chigwell, Ilford, Loughton, Woodford Green which come under the local authority of the Redbridge Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 31% of people in IG4 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of IG4 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The IG4 postcode covers the area of Barkingside, a district of Ilford in East London. Barkingside is a residential suburb located 11.4 miles northeast of Charing Cross. It is one of the few London postcode areas to extend beyond Greater London and into Essex, although the majority lies within the London Borough of Redbridge.
Part of Barkingside and the IG4 postcode falls within the civil parish of Chigwell, located within the historic county of Essex. This area is notable for its significant population of Jewish settlers who have lived in the area since the 17th century. The area is known for its plentiful amenities and open spaces, with Valentines Park, Roding Valley Park and Woodford Green being some of the most popular open spaces.
Transport links in the area are excellent for both public transport and road users. Residents can use the Barkingside tube station which falls within the IG4 postcode and is on the Central Line of the London Underground. Alternatively, there are numerous bus and main road routes with stops in the area which connect Barkingside to nearby districts such as Redbridge and Ilford.
The IG4 postcode is highly sought after due to its large number of single family homes with gardens, as well as convenient amenities and transport links. There are several schools in the IG4 postcode, including The Elizabeth Tudor Primary School, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, La Salette Primary School and The Abbey Secondary School. Additionally, residents of the IG4 postcode benefit from a number of large retail stores such as an Asda, Tesco and Sainsbury's, as well as several restaurants and cafes.
Demographics
Greater London
IG4 is located in the county of Greater London, in England.
Greater London has a total population of 8,778,500, making it the 1st largest county in the UK.
Greater London has a total area of 606 square miles, and a population density of 5594 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | IG4 |
| Postal Town | Ilford |
| MSOA Name | Redbridge 035 |
| LSOA Name | Redbridge 035G |
| County | Greater London |
| Region | Greater London |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Redbridge |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
IG4 Electoral Wards
The postal region of IG4, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 31% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.