Postcode Analysis East Hertfordshire, East of England

CM23 4BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM23 4BE.

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

500

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 57,200 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM23 4BE 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

CM23 4BE is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

CM23 4BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.1km from Thorley Street in East Hertfordshire. Administratively it sits within Much Hadham ward and the Hertford and Stortford constituency.

For families considering a move, CM23 4BE represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CM23 4BE are sourced from Output Area E00119343 (shared with 37 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 CM23 4BE. The average age is 42.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

CM23 4BE has low crime rates — 17 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour6
Drugs1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Richard Whittington Primary School

Good315 pupils1.2 km
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Manor Fields Primary School

Good452 pupils1.2 km
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The Bishop's Stortford High School

Outstanding1185 pupils1.6 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Ansells Bed & Breakfast0.9 km
  • Broadleaf Guest House0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bishops Stortford2.5 km
  • Sawbridgeworth4.0 km
  • Harlow Mill6.5 km