CM16 9SQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Theydon Grove in Epping. Administratively it sits within Epping Lindsey and Thornwood Common ward and the Epping Forest constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for CM16 9SQ are sourced from Output Area E00110544 (shared with 57 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CM16 9SQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM16 9SQ.
359
41
£ 55,900 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM16 9SQ 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 41, CM16 9SQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM16 9SQ. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CM16 9SQ is moderate at 53 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.
school Local Schools
Epping Primary School
Epping St Johns Church of England School
Ivy Chimneys Primary School
Coopersale and Theydon Garnon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- 1-3 Simon Campion Court0.1 km
- Bestway Direct Ltd0.3 km
- Churchs Pork Butchers0.2 km
- Epping News0.5 km
- Gails Bakery0.3 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Kasha0.3 km
- The Black Lion0.1 km
- The Duke of Wellington0.7 km
- Epping Public Hall0.5 km
- Lindsey Street Community Association0.7 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- Elios0.1 km
- Ashlyns Organics Ltd, The Cafe0.7 km
- Bakers Benevolent Society0.2 km
- Barbarossa0.1 km
- Belgique0.1 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- New China Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Subway0.4 km
- Yo! To Go0.7 km
- Food by Lara Luck0.6 km
- Okra Green0.7 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.2 km
- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harlow Town9.0 km
- Cheshunt9.5 km
- Roydon9.9 km
Bus Stops
- Council Offices0.1 km
- Council Offices0.1 km
- Church0.3 km
- Church0.4 km
- Maltings Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CM169SQ · Data under Open Government Licence