Romford
Romford High Street, © Google Street View
Romford (RM) Postcode Area
Romford: Market town heritage, bustling high street, vibrant nightlife, green spaces, and diverse community. A lively hub in East London with a blend of history and modernity.
Romford Postcode Area includes:
Romford, Dagenham, Hornchurch, Rainham, Upminster, South Ockendon, Grays, Tilbury, Purfleet.
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Primary Industries
Wondering what businesses thrive in Romford? Check out the top four industries, giving you an insight into the key sectors keeping the local area buzzing.
Construction
Romford has a strong presence of construction businesses, which usually means there's a lot of building going on - whether it's new homes, commercial spaces, or infrastructure. This can be a good sign that the Romford area is growing and attracting investment. It could also mean there's a strong local economy, with plenty of work available for builders and tradespeople. On the flip side, it might suggest there's a fair bit of property in need of repair or updating. Either way, it tells you the Romford area is pretty active and could be on the up.
Professional & Scientific
Romford has a large proportion of professional and scientific businesses, which makes it a hub for specialised industries like law firms, consulting agencies, tech companies, or research labs. This suggests a high level of expertise and innovation, attracting professionals such as engineers, scientists, lawyers, and consultants. The Romford area might have a more polished, business-focused atmosphere, with modern offices and co-working spaces. It's often well-connected, with good transport links and amenities to support a skilled workforce. Property prices could be higher, as these areas tend to attract well-paid professionals. It might not be the most vibrant or social place, but it will have a reputation for being smart, efficient, and future-focused.
Business Administration
If a postcode area such as RM has a lot of business administration services, such as accounting firms, HR consultancies, and management services, it's likely a centre for corporate and operational support. These businesses help other companies run smoothly, so the area might be more business-centric, attracting professionals like administrators, accountants, and consultants. The local economy could be quite strong, driven by a steady demand for services that keep companies ticking over. It's not necessarily the most exciting or creative environment, but it would be efficient, organised, and perhaps well-connected with reliable transport links. You'd expect to see a lot of office spaces in Romford and maybe even shared workspaces catering to small and medium-sized businesses. The area could feel more formal and professional, with less of a residential or leisure focus.
Retail
Romford area has a large quantity of retail businesses, making it a busy, commercial hub where people go to shop and socialise. High streets, shopping centres, and independent boutiques often thrive in these areas, making it a convenient place for residents and visitors alike. The presence of retail businesses can indicate that the local economy is fairly strong, with plenty of footfall and a demand for goods and services. This kind of area tends to have good transport links and a lively atmosphere, but it can also mean a bit more hustle and bustle, especially during weekends and sales events. If you're living in Romford, it's handy for convenience, but it could also bring a lot of traffic and noise during peak shopping hours.
Data showing the activity, size and location is from the Inter Departmental Business Register 2024, produced by the ONS.
Key Statistics
Romford RM, part of the ceremonial county of Essex in England, presents a substantial geographical area with 20 outward codes (the first half of a postcode, e.g. RM 1AA). Its population stands at 583,272 individuals, reflecting a density of 4,237 people per square kilometre. The average household income here is £50,330 , which is 43.8% higher than the average UK median household income (£35,000), indicating a stable economic profile within the region.
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What's Romford like to live and work in?
Romford High Street, © Google Street View
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Romford, a bustling town in East London, falls within the RM postcode area and is home to around 95,000 residents.
Known for its vibrant shopping district, including The Liberty Shopping Centre, Romford combines urban convenience with a rich history dating back to its market town origins.
The local economy thrives on retail, entertainment, and services. Excellent transport links, such as the A12 road and frequent train services to London Liverpool Street, make Romford highly accessible.
With a lively nightlife, green spaces like Raphael Park, and a diverse community, Romford offers a dynamic and welcoming environment for both living and visiting.
This page contains a list of postcode districts for Romford area. Select a postcode to see the map location, demographics, house prices, local information, tourist guides and statistics:
Romford (RM) Postcode Districts
House Prices in Romford
How are property price trends?
The ONS (Office for National Statistics) regularly tracks and records average house prices and rents in this area (E09000016). Note that these estimates are based on local authority rather than postcode area. For more information about current house prices, choose an individual postcode below.
Essex
The wider county
Essex offers everything from beautiful landscape to historic towns and buildings, and from cultural attractions to quiet medieval villages to well, yes, the 'kiss 'n' cuddle' of Southend-on-Sea. Get past the stereotype and there is a region waiting to be discovered and which should be as lauded as some of the more famous tourism destinations across the UK.
One of the home-counties, Essex sits on the Thames and looks out on the North Sea. It is to the north-east of Greater London and borders Hertfordshire to the west, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire to the north. The Essex landscape varies greatly making for some wonderful scenery, from jagged coastline and low salt marshes and streams to gently undulating pastoral countryside and farmland populated by sheep and cows.
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Local Transport
Rail Transport
The RM postcode area, known as the Romford area, boasts excellent rail links, making commuting and travel a breeze. Romford Station is a key hub, served by the Elizabeth Line, offering frequent services to Central London and beyond. Other notable stations include Upminster, connecting with both the C2C and London Overground lines, providing plenty of options for travel across the capital and to Essex.
Air Transport
For international travel, the RM area is well-positioned with easy access to London City Airport, just a short drive away. London Stansted and London Southend Airports are also accessible, offering a variety of destinations for both business and leisure trips.
Commuting by Car
If you prefer driving, the RM postcode area is conveniently connected by major roads including the A12, A13, and the M25 motorway, ensuring straightforward routes in and out of London and to the surrounding counties. Off-peak travel can be relatively stress-free, though it's good to be mindful of peak hour congestion.
Bus Services
Buses are plentiful in the RM area, with extensive routes covering local destinations and connections to key train stations. Reliable services such as London Buses and regional operators make getting around the Romford area efficient and affordable.
Train Stations
The following railway stations are within the RM postcode region:
Chadwell Heath Railway Station
Chafford Hundred Railway Station
Dagenham Dock Railway Station
East Tilbury Railway Station
Emerson Park Railway Station
Gidea Park Railway Station
Grays Railway Station
Harold Wood Railway Station
Ockendon Railway Station
Purfleet Railway Station
Rainham (Essex) Railway Station
Romford Railway Station
Tilbury Town Railway Station
Upminster Railway Station
Local Authorities
RM Postcode area
Local Authorities are government organisations responsible for providing local services and facilities such as education, housing, and social services within a specific area. The RM postcode area includes the following local authorities:
Barking and Dagenham
Barking and Dagenham Council focuses on urban regeneration, economic development, and delivering high-quality public services to enhance community welfare and residents' quality of life.
Brentwood
Brentwood Borough Council is dedicated to fostering economic growth and community well-being through sustainable development and the provision of effective public services.
Epping Forest
Epping Forest District Council focuses on balancing rural and urban development, supporting community welfare, and providing high-quality public services to enhance residents' quality of life.
GDP (Gross Domestic Product)
Economic Output
GDP (Gross Domestic Product) measures the total economic output of a country, region, or Local Authority. It tells us how much money is being made within a particular area. This includes everything from a business selling cars or consumers getting their hair cut.
This list of the Local Authorities within the Romford (RM) postcode town gives us a snapshot of how much money is being generated at current market prices, based on what people are spending and earning. It's an important way to understand the economic health and activity levels across the UK.
For comparison purposes, we've included the top and bottom two local authorities across the UK in terms of GDP.
Local Authority
GDP (£)
GDP trends over time
The graph below shows the total GDP values for all Local Authorities within the Romford (RM) area:
When we talk about GDP at current market prices, we're looking at the total value of all goods and services produced in an area, but the key bit here is "current market prices." This means it includes the value of goods and services as they're bought and sold right now, without adjusting for inflation or changes in prices over time.
So, for example a figure of £2,693 GDP means that, on average, each person within an area contributes this amount to the UK economy each year.
Republished from the ONS regional gross domestic product: local authorities under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Latest available data: April 2022.
Education
Highest Rated Schools in RM
As rated by Ofsted
- Dilkes Academy
Garron Lane, South Ockendon, RM15 5JQ
Primary School (3-11)Outstanding - Sacred Heart of Mary Girls' School
St Mary's Lane, Upminster, RM14 2QR
Secondary School (11-18)Outstanding - Harrow Lodge Primary School
Rainsford Way, Hornchurch, RM12 4BP
Primary School (4-11)Outstanding - Harris Academy Chafford Hundred
Mayflower Road, Grays, RM16 6SA
Secondary School (11-19)Outstanding - Treetops School
Buxton Road, Grays, RM16 2WU
Secondary School (5-19)Outstanding - Newbridge School
161 Gresham Drive, Romford, RM6 4TR
Secondary School (2-19)Outstanding - Hacton Primary School
Chepstow Avenue, Hornchurch, RM12 6AU
Primary School (3-11)Outstanding - Ardleigh Green Junior School
Ardleigh Green Road, Hornchurch, RM11 2SP
Primary School (7-11)Outstanding - Quarry Hill Academy
Bradleigh Avenue, Grays, RM17 5UT
Primary School (2-11)Outstanding - Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred
Mayflower Road, Grays, RM16 6SA
Primary School (3-11)Outstanding
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