CM8 1BQ is a mixed residential area on Guithavon Street, 0.8km from Chipping Hill in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham Central ward and the Witham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £174k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 20.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00108792 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GUITHAVON STREET, CM8 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GUITHAVON STREET, CM8 1BQ.
353
45
£ 46,800 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 1BQ 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 66% owner-occupation and average age 45, CM8 1BQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 20.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 1BQ. The average age is 44.7. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 143,000
8 sales · Mean £ 149,687
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CM8 1BQ 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
Templars Academy
Chipping Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Lidl0.5 km
- Ahabazaar Ltd0.7 km
- Factory Gym0.9 km
- Witham Service Station0.5 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.1 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- RAFA Club0.6 km
- Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour0.3 km
- The Railway0.7 km
- The Swan0.3 km
- The White Horse PH0.9 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
26 nearby- Crafty Bear Kitchen0.3 km
- Ifraaz0.2 km
- Thai Cottage0.3 km
- Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.1 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 Kitchen0.8 km
- Pop In0.9 km
- The Witham House0.3 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
- Witham0.7 km
- Hatfield Peverel3.8 km
- White Notley5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Newland Street0.1 km
- Newland Street0.1 km
- Collingwood Road0.2 km
- Collingwood Road0.2 km
- The George0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM81BQ · Data under Open Government Licence