Where is Havering?
The London Borough of Havering is located in east London, just outside the boundaries of the city centre. It is bordered by the boroughs of Barking and Dagenham, Redbridge, Newham and Tower Hamlets. The borough covers an area of approximately 114 square miles (295 square kilometres).
Areas in Havering
Havering is a large borough with plenty of different areas to explore. Each district has its own unique character and offers something different for residents. Some of the most popular districts include:
Hornchurch – Hornchurch is a town in southeast London that was historically part of Essex. The area has plenty of green space including the large and popular park, Hornchurch Country Park. Plenty of transport links make it easy to get around and there are several good schools in the area.
Romford – Romford is an attractive district with lots to offer, including open green spaces and the River Rom. There are good transport links to central London, as well as extensive shopping facilities.
Upminster – This district is situated in east London near Hornchurch and Dagenham. It has plenty of green space and a thriving town centre with all amenities nearby. The area also has great schools for families.
Gidea Park – Gidea Park is a well-established district with many amenities, including shops and restaurants. It has good transport links to central London and the surrounding areas. There are also several schools in the area that rank highly on the league tables.
Upminster – This district is situated in east London near Hornchurch and Dagenham. It has plenty of green space and a thriving town centre with all amenities nearby. The area also has great schools for families.
Rainham – Rainham is located in the southeast corner of Havering borough, alongside the River Thames estuary. It’s popular with homebuyers who want to be within reach of the capital but don’t want all its noise and pollution. The area has several good schools and a large shopping centre with lots of shops, restaurants and other amenities close by.
Universities in Havering
If you are looking for universities in London, Havering has you covered. There are three universities located within the borough:
University of East London – The University of East London is a public university located in the borough of Tower Hamlets, but its main campus is in the neighbouring borough of Newham. It was formed in 1992 by the amalgamation of two polytechnics and has around 16,000 students.
Anglia Ruskin University – The Anglia Ruskin University is a public university with a campus located in the borough of Havering. It was formed in 1992 by the amalgamation of two polytechnics and has around 16,000 students.
London Metropolitan University – The London Metropolitan University is a public university located in the borough of Islington. It was formed in 2002 by the merger of two universities and has around 35,000 students.
Schools in Havering
There are a number of great schools in Havering, both state and private. Some of the top-rated state schools include:
Queensmead School – Rated as Outstanding by Ofsted, Queensmead School is a co-educational secondary school for students aged 11 to 18.
Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School – Rated as Outstanding by Ofsted, Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School is a Roman Catholic all-girls school for students aged 11 to 18.
Havering Sixth Form College – Rated Good by Ofsted, Havering Sixth Form College offers sixth form education to students in the borough of Havering and beyond.
Population of Havering
The population of Havering is estimated to be around 266,000 people, making it the fourth most populous borough in London. The majority of residents (around 60%) identify as white British, followed by those who identify as Asian British (around 21%).
