CM8 1AB is a mixed residential area located 0.9km from Chipping Hill in Witham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Witham Central ward and the Witham constituency.
The people who live in CM8 1AB are typical of an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00108795 (shared with 199 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CM8 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM8 1AB.
347
43
£ 46,800 /yr
62%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 1AB 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CM8 1AB's 63% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 1AB. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CM8 1AB is moderate at 66 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
Maltings Academy
Howbridge Church of England Junior School
Howbridge Infant School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Powers Hall Academy
Acorn Academy
Chipping Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Lidl0.4 km
- Ahabazaar Ltd0.6 km
- Factory Gym1.0 km
- Witham Service Station0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- RAFA Club0.5 km
- Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour0.3 km
- The Railway0.8 km
- The Swan0.2 km
- The White Horse PH1.0 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
26 nearby- Crafty Bear Kitchen0.2 km
- Ifraaz0.2 km
- Thai Cottage0.2 km
- Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.2 km
- Trotters Cafe0.8 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda0.8 km
- Tesco0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Kens Jerk Kitchen0.9 km
- Pop In1.0 km
- The Witham House0.2 km
- Tommy Tuckers1.0 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The White Hart Hotel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham0.8 km
- Hatfield Peverel3.8 km
- White Notley5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Newland Street0.0 km
- Newland Street0.0 km
- Mill Lane0.2 km
- Collingwood Road0.2 km
- The George0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM81AB · Data under Open Government Licence