ChigwellIG7
Epping Forest · East of England
Chigwell (IG7) has experienced modest property price appreciation of 1.1% annually over five years, placing it in the 31st percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 46.9/100. Rental growth significantly outpaced capital growth at 5.5% per annum, suggesting stronger returns from buy-to-let investment than sales appreciation. The district remains in an early gentrification stage with minimal population expansion of 0.6% over five years. These metrics indicate a rental-focused market rather than one driven by rapid capital gains, with yields potentially benefiting from the rental growth differential over the comparable period.
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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 Chigwell · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.7 points this month to 46/100, driven mainly by safety.
69 planning applications submitted in IG7 over the last six months, 1 change of use.
- Change of use from a single dwelling house into a small HMO for up to 6 people.Apr 2026 · pending
- First floor side and rear extension. (summary)Apr 2026 · pending
- Demolish front entrance lobby. Single storey front and side extension to provideApr 2026 · pending
Chigwell (IG7) common questions
Is Chigwell up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Chigwell (IG7) as Early. Its trajectory score is 46/100 (Average), in the top 71% of districts nationally. The score is up 2.1 points over the last 12 months.
Is Chigwell safe?
Chigwell has a safety score of 19/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Chigwell?
The average property price in Chigwell (IG7) is £598k 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 Chigwell?
The median monthly rent in Chigwell (IG7) is £1,710 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Chigwell?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Barking (IG11), Ilford (IG6), Ilford (IG5), Buckhurst Hill (IG9), Ilford (IG1). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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