Postcode Analysis Epping Forest, East of England

CM16 4EH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM16 4EH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

272

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 55,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM16 4EH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

CM16 4EH is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 85% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

CM16 4EH is a sought-after residential area located 0.9km from Ivy Chimneys in Epping Forest. Administratively it sits within Theydon Bois ward and the Epping Forest constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM16, CM16 4EH offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 CM16 4EH are sourced from Output Area E00110761 (shared with 13 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 CM16 4EH. The average age is 49.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.6%
Asian / British Asian3.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed4.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

CM16 4EH has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Ivy Chimneys Primary School

Good300 pupils1.0 km
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Theydon Bois Primary School

Good315 pupils1.1 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Forest Gate Inn0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Haywards0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chingford8.0 km
  • Waltham Cross8.4 km
  • Cheshunt8.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Golf Club0.0 km
  • Golf Club0.1 km
  • Little Gregories0.4 km
  • Little Gregories0.4 km