Postcode Analysis Uttlesford, East of England

CASTLE STREET, CB10 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE STREET, CB10 1BJ.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 51,500 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CB10 1BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

CB10 1BJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £376k, 63% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £376k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB10 1BJ is a sought-after residential area on Castle Street, 0.3km from Saffron Walden in Saffron Walden. Administratively it sits within Saffron Walden Audley ward and the Saffron Walden constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB10, CB10 1BJ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 63% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £376k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for CB10 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00112173 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB10 1BJ. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.7%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed6.1%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 284,000

8 sales · Mean £ 282,875

Flat

£ 395,250

4 sales · Mean £ 382,375

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CB10 1BJ has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences68
Anti-social behaviour23
Criminal damage and arson16
Public order15
Burglary14

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good210 pupils0.1 km
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R A Butler Infant School

Good271 pupils0.6 km
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R A Butler Junior School

Good365 pupils0.6 km
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St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden

Good206 pupils0.8 km
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Saffron Walden County High School

Outstanding2148 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Holland & Barrett0.2 km
  • Jolie0.2 km
  • Saffron And Sage0.3 km
  • Saffron Fish Co0.4 km
  • Saffron Walden Tourist Information Centre0.2 km
  • + 15 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Duke Of York0.6 km
  • Old English Gentleman0.5 km
  • Saffron Walden Golf Club0.6 km
  • The Cross Keys0.3 km
  • The Kings Arms0.2 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Bicicletta0.3 km
  • Cafe Cou Cou0.4 km
  • Chaters0.2 km
  • Costa0.2 km
  • Dough & Co0.3 km
  • + 27 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Fish & Chips0.4 km
  • The Trawlerman Fish Bar0.3 km
  • ABC Grill0.4 km
  • Bella Bella0.3 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sushi Daily0.3 km
  • Waitrose0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Audley End3.3 km
  • Great Chesterford5.0 km
  • Newport (Essex)5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Church Street0.1 km
  • Common Hill0.2 km
  • Common Hill0.2 km
  • East Street0.3 km
  • Post Office0.4 km