CM21 0AB is a sought-after residential area on Orchard Lea, 1.0km from High Wych in Sawbridgeworth. Administratively it sits within Sawbridgeworth ward and the Hertford and Stortford constituency.
For serious buyers, CM21 0AB is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 97% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £228k, down 8.0% year-on-year. 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 CM21 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00119359 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORCHARD LEA, CM21 0AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD LEA, CM21 0AB.
317
51
£ 53,600 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM21 0AB 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CM21 0AB's low deprivation rank, 97% ownership, and £228k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £228k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 8.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM21 0AB. The average age is 51.4. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 234,000
24 sales · Mean £ 232,916
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM21 0AB has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
High Wych Church of England Primary School
Mandeville Primary School
Fawbert and Barnard Infants' School
Reedings Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Hand And Crown (High Wych LTD)0.1 km
- Primrose Cottage B&B0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Sawbridgeworth Cricket Club0.8 km
- The White Lion0.9 km
- The Rising Sun1.0 km
- Sawbridgeworth Bowling Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Chandini Restaurant1.0 km
- Mint Cafe1.0 km
- Straw Hat Oriental Restaurant1.0 km
- Straw Hat Oriental Restaurant1.0 km
- Make Lunch0.7 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- CO-OP1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sawbridgeworth1.8 km
- Harlow Mill1.9 km
- Harlow Town4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Hand Lane0.0 km
- Hand Lane0.1 km
- Falconers Park0.2 km
- High Wych Road0.3 km
- High Wych Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CM210AB · Data under Open Government Licence