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20,969
Population
7,564
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£70,438
Avg. household income
682
Businesses
2,132
People per km²
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About Chase Cross

Chase Cross is a residential area located in the London Borough of Havering, within Greater London. It lies to the east of the capital, near the border with Essex, and is part of the RM5 postcode area. The area is primarily made up of housing estates developed in the mid-20th century, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes. Local amenities include a range of shops, schools, and community facilities, serving the needs of the local population. Public transport is accessible via nearby bus routes and the London Underground's District Line, with Upminster station providing connections into central London. The area is close to green spaces such as the River Thames and the surrounding countryside, offering opportunities for walking and recreation. Chase Cross is a practical and convenient location for those living in the eastern suburbs of London.

School Ratings in Chase Cross

Chase Cross is served by 184 schools. Clockhouse Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chase Cross

Property prices average £389K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £417K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chase Cross

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Chase Cross, with 105 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chase Cross

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chase Cross falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Chase Cross

There are 34 GP surgeries within three miles of Chase Cross, the nearest being Lynwood Medical Centre (0.7 miles away).

Local Data for Chase Cross

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Property Prices 2,229 sales

Average Price £389K
£100 , £1.74M
Detached £506K 153
Semi £417K 965
Terraced £386K 776
Flat £239K 281

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

101 Primary
26 Secondary
57 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the RM5 postcode area.

Oasis Academy Pinewood Primary Good 0.4 miles Bower Park Academy Secondary Good 0.5 miles Immanuel School Not applicable Good 0.5 miles Dame Tipping Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Clockhouse Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles Collier Row Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles Rise Park Junior School Primary Good 1.1 miles Rise Park Infant School Primary 1.1 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Crownfield Junior School Primary Good 1.5 miles Crownfield Infant School Primary Good 1.5 miles Marshalls Park Academy Secondary Good 1.5 miles

Household Income in Chase Cross ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chase Cross is approximately £70,438 a year before tax, 27% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,530. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chase Cross £70,438
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £47,530.

Businesses in Chase Cross ONS 2025

There are approximately 682 active businesses based in Chase Cross, around 33 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 95% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

682 Total businesses
33 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 95%
Small, 10-49 4%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Chase Cross IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chase Cross in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 18%
4,468 Children (0-15) 21%
12,886 Working Age 61%
3,610 Older (65+) 17%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Chase Cross 546 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Chase Cross is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 154
Anti-Social Behaviour 105
Shoplifting 83
Vehicle Crime 46
Other Theft 31
Public Order 28
Criminal Damage & Arson 27
Drugs 27
Robbery 15
Burglary 11
Theft from Person 8
Other Crime 6
Weapons 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Gidea Park Train Station 2.5 miles
Romford Train Station 2.6 miles
Harold Wood Train Station 2.9 miles
Chadwell Heath Train Station 3.5 miles
Goodmayes Train Station 4.1 miles
Seven Kings Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rise Park 0.9 miles Havering-atte-Bower 0.9 miles Collier Row 1.2 miles Nuper's Hatch 1.4 miles Marks Gate 1.8 miles Gidea Park 1.8 miles Stapleford Abbotts 1.9 miles Lambourne End 2.2 miles Gallows Corner 2.2 miles Romford 2.2 miles Watton's Green 2.2 miles Harold Hill 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Havering
Ward Mawneys
Constituency Romford
Parish Havering, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Chase Cross

Of the 7,791 households in and around Chase Cross, 71% are owned, 17% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 17% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Chase Cross.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chase Cross

What is the population of Chase Cross?
Chase Cross has a population of approximately 20,969 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Chase Cross?
The average property in and around Chase Cross sold for about £388,662, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 11% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Chase Cross a deprived area?
Chase Cross sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Chase Cross?
Chase Cross is covered by the RM5 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Chase Cross?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Chase Cross, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Chase Cross?
The nearest railway station to Chase Cross is Gidea Park Train Station, about 2.5 miles away.

Streets in RM5 30 shown View all streets

Abridge Gardens 1 Adams Close 1 Aragon Close 1 Ascension Road 2 Ash Close 1 Ashvale Gardens 1 Avelon Road 3 Bamford Way 1 Bartlow Gardens 2 Belle Vue Road 3 Berkeley Avenue 1 Birds Farm Avenue 1 Bolberry Road 5 Bower Close 1 Boxmoor Road 2 Braddock Close 1 Brockley Crescent 3 Broomfield Close 1 Browne Close 1 Browning Close 1 Burchwall Close 2 Burland Road 2 Cardiff Close 1 Carter Close 1 Carter Drive 10 Charlotte Gardens 3 Chase Cross Road 12 Chelmsford Avenue 5 Chigwell View 5 Clitheroe Road 2

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