CM8 1BZ is a safe, established residential area on Howbridge Road in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham South ward and the Witham constituency.
For families considering a move, CM8 1BZ represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £377k, up 15.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00108843 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOWBRIDGE ROAD, CM8 1BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWBRIDGE ROAD, CM8 1BZ.
280
41
£ 46,800 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 1BZ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
CM8 1BZ is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £377k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 15.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 1BZ. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 377,500
2 sales · Mean £ 377,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM8 1BZ has low crime rates — 13 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.
school Local Schools
Howbridge Church of England Junior School
Howbridge Infant School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Maltings Academy
Chipping Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Lidl0.5 km
- Nisa Witham0.9 km
- Bex Bakes0.7 km
- Ahabazaar Ltd0.8 km
- Witham Service Station0.7 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Cross Keys0.4 km
- RAFA Club0.4 km
- Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour1.0 km
- The Swan0.6 km
- The Battesford Court0.8 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
25 nearby- Crafty Bear Kitchen0.6 km
- Ifraaz0.6 km
- Mama Dell's Cafe0.4 km
- Thai Cottage0.6 km
- Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.9 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Spar Witham0.7 km
- Tesco0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Eastern Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Mo's Peri Peri0.9 km
- The Witham House0.6 km
- Tommy Tuckers0.8 km
- UK Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The White Hart Hotel1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham1.5 km
- Hatfield Peverel3.3 km
- White Notley5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Pelly Avenue0.1 km
- Howbridge Estate0.1 km
- Howbridge Estate0.1 km
- Howbridge Road0.2 km
- Elizabeth Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM81BZ · Data under Open Government Licence