ilford IG9 Postcodes

Ilford (IG9)

The IG9 postcode area is located in the Ilford postcode town region, within the county of Essex, and contains a total of 414 individual postcodes.

There are 2 electoral wards in the IG9 postcode area, including Barking, Buckhurst Hill, Chigwell, Ilford, Loughton, Woodford Green which come under the local authority of the Epping Forest Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 34% of people in IG9 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 IG9 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

IG9 postcode covers three areas in the London Borough of Redbridge – Theydon Bois, Chigwell and Buckhurst Hill. It is roughly located 8 miles northeast of Charing Cross and 3 miles east of Ilford.

The Theydon Bois area borders the Epping Forest in the north and has a Rural Conservation status. It is mostly a residential area with a good selection of shops, restaurants, pubs, cricket and football pitches, a recreation ground and green open spaces. Chigwell includes residential villages and areas of industry, while Buckhurst Hill is mostly residential with many listed buildings.

The IG9 postcode is served by the Central line tube, London Overground and many bus services with direct connections to neighbouring districts and other parts of London. It is well connected to both the M25 and M11 motorways. The closest airports are London City and London Stansted.

IG9 has a very diverse population with many different backgrounds, religions, cultures and ages living in the area. It is home to both families and young professionals due to its convenient location and access to good transport links. Many amenities are available such as doctors' surgeries, dentist, pharmacies, banks, libraries, parks, leisure centres and playgrounds.

The area is ideal for commuters as there are many places of employment in and around London. There are many public and private schools in the area, as well as many childhood development centres.

IG9 is the ideal place for a family to move to due to its mix of urban and rural life and diverse environment. With plenty of shopping, leisure and green spaces, it is a great place to make your home.

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