Is CM18 6BB a safe place to live?

Yes, CM18 6BB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 38 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CM18 6BB?

The average property price in CM18 6BB is currently around £327k.

What is the population of CM18 6BB?

The population for the CM18 6BB area is approximately 320 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Harlow, East of England

WATERHOUSE MOOR, CM18 6BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERHOUSE MOOR, CM18 6BB.

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

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Population

320

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,500 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM18 6BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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6/10

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3/10

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7/10

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4/10

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8/10

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Area Character

CM18 6BB is an established family neighbourhood — 55% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £327k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CM18 6BB is a safe, established residential area on Waterhouse Moor, 0.3km from Tye Green in Harlow. Administratively it sits within Bush Fair ward and the Harlow constituency.

CM18 6BB is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £327k.

Census 2021 statistics for CM18 6BB are sourced from Output Area E00110864 (shared with 6 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 CM18 6BB. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%

Asian / British Asian2.2%

Black / African / Caribbean2.5%

Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 324,000

6 sales · Mean £ 314,166

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

CM18 6BB has low crime rates — 38 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 offences88

Anti-social behaviour18

Vehicle crime13

Criminal damage and arson12

Drugs12

school Local Schools

St Mark's West Essex Catholic School

Good1072 pupils0.5 km

William Martin Church of England Junior School

Good238 pupils0.6 km

William Martin Church of England Infant and Nursery School

Good191 pupils0.6 km

Purford Green Primary School

Good200 pupils0.7 km

Pear Tree Mead Academy

Good476 pupils1.0 km

Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, Harlow

Good424 pupils1.0 km

Sir Frederick Gibberd College

440 pupils1.0 km

Harlow Fields School and College

Good158 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby

Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
Bush Fair Food Centre0.6 km
Morrisons0.6 km
Off Licence0.6 km
+ 8 more

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby

Dial A Kebab0.7 km
Tommy Tuckers0.6 km
Tennessee Express Harlow0.6 km
Cafe Pizzeria Express0.6 km
New Harlow Fish Bar1.0 km
+ 2 more

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby

Cafe Pizzeria0.6 km
Randaa0.7 km
Churchill Catering Ltd At Harlow Leisurezone Cafe1.0 km
The Parent Hood Of Harlow0.2 km
Garden Of India0.6 km
+ 2 more

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby

Poplar Kitten0.6 km
The Heart And Club0.7 km
The Phoenix Pub0.3 km
Tye Green Indoor Bowls Club0.5 km
Tye Green Outdoor Bowls Club0.5 km

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Supermarkets

2 nearby

Co-op0.6 km
Co-op0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Harlow Town2.4 km
Harlow Mill3.4 km
Roydon5.4 km

Bus Stops

Church Leys0.1 km
Church Leys0.2 km
Tumbler Road0.2 km
Tumbler Road0.3 km
The Phoenix0.3 km