IG6 in east London has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 1.1% for property prices, whilst rental growth achieved 5.5% annually over the same period. Population expansion remains modest at 0.6% over five years. The district sits at the 30th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 46.5 out of 100, indicating average performance relative to other UK postcodes. Currently in an active gentrification stage, IG6 presents a rental-focused market where income yields have outpaced capital appreciation. Investors evaluating this area should weigh the stronger rental returns against the slower price growth and moderate national ranking.
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- 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 0.8 points this month to 47/100, driven mainly by safety.
81 planning applications submitted in IG6 over the last six months, 2 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Demolition of existing lean-to structure. Single storey rear extension (summary)Apr 2026 · pending
- Change of use from a residential outbuilding into an Office. (Retrospective). (SApr 2026 · pending
- Change of use from single dwellinghouse to office. (summary)Jan 2026 · Refuse Permission/Consent
Ilford (IG6) common questions
Is Ilford up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Ilford (IG6) as Active. Its trajectory score is 47/100 (Average), in the top 66% of districts nationally. The score is up 5.4 points over the last 12 months.
Is Ilford safe?
Ilford has a safety score of 41/100 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 (IG6) 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 (IG6) is £1,710 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Ilford?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Barking (IG11), Ilford (IG1), Ilford (IG5), Ilford (IG2), Chigwell (IG7). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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