IG3 Ilford exhibits characteristics typical of late-stage gentrification, with a trajectory score of 41.8/100 placing it in the 10th percentile nationally. Five-year price growth measured 1.1% compound annual growth rate, whilst rental growth reached 5.5% CAGR over the same period. Population expansion was modest at 0.6% over five years. The divergence between rental and capital appreciation suggests the area functions primarily as a rental market, with yields potentially appealing to income-focused investors. These metrics indicate a maturing district where property value appreciation remains subdued relative to rental income generation, reflecting established residential characteristics rather than emerging investment momentum.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 0.7% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.5% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.6% per year
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What's changing in Ilford · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.6 points this month to 42/100, driven mainly by demand.
104 planning applications submitted in IG3 over the last six months, 7 change of use.
- Single storey rear extension. Internal alterations. Change of use from dwellingApr 2026 · pending
- Change of use from a single dwelling house into a small HMO for up to 6 people.Apr 2026 · pending
- Change of use from a HMO into C3(b) for 5 residents with associated care and supApr 2026 · pending
Ilford (IG3) common questions
Is Ilford up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Ilford (IG3) as Late-Stage. Its trajectory score is 42/100 (Average), in the top 87% of districts nationally. The score is up 1.2 points over the last 12 months.
Is Ilford safe?
Ilford has a safety score of 16/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Ilford?
The average property price in Ilford (IG3) is £700k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.7% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Ilford?
The median monthly rent in Ilford (IG3) is £1,710 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Ilford?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Ilford (IG2), Dagenham (RM8), Ilford (IG1), Romford (RM6), Eltham (SE9). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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