Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Ilford, Essex

Ilford town centre is relatively prosperous and supports a local population of 750,000 people. The number of residents is expected to increase due to Ilford's strategic position within the Thames Gateway, and new homes are currently being constructed.

"Ford over the Hyle" is how Ilford got its name. The River Hyle is now called the River Roding, which is old English for "trickling stream". At the site where Boots the Chemist stands in Ilford High Road, the complete skull of a Mammoth was unearthed in 1860 and is now on display in the Natural History Museum. Ilford has seen a number of major businesses founded in the town, including the photographic film and chemicals manufacturer, Ilford, which was demolished during the 1980s to make way for a one-way traffic system and a Sainsbury's supermarket.

Houses for sale in Ilford offering three bedrooms in a mid-terrace Victorian, Edwardian or relatively modern Ilford property, are on the market with Ilford Estate agents from £200,000. Substantial, three-bedroom houses are up to £300,000 in the most sought-after locations with four-bedroom houses from £320,000. If you are looking for flats for sale in Ilford, one-bedroom flats in attractive private developments or Victorian house conversions are in the region of £130,000 to £165,000 with two-bedroom flats between £160,000 and £200,000.

Amenities for property in Ilford

Ilford High Road has a vast number of shops including Burtons, M&S, Bhs, Argos, Boots, and Waterstones. Ilford Retail Park is opposite the police station and has a Fitness First centre and a Farm foods section. The Exchange shopping centre can be accessed from Ilford High Road where there are a few small nightclubs and pubs. Residents of Ilford are never far from one of several large parks where recreational facilities include swimming pools, tennis courts, bowling greens and playing fields. The Ilford area has at least three primary schools and five secondary schools including Loxford Technology College.

Transport in Ilford

Railway stations in Ilford, Seven Kings and Barking are on the National Rail network and Barking station is also on the District and Hammersmith & City lines of the London Underground.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Ilford, which is in the London Borough of Redbridge and covered by postcode IG1, you may also wish to consider neighbouring areas such as Redbridge, Forest Gate and Romford.