CM8 1DE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Luard Way, 1.2km from Chipping Hill in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham South ward and the Witham constituency.
For families considering a move, CM8 1DE represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £450k, up 4.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00108840 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LUARD WAY, CM8 1DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LUARD WAY, CM8 1DE.
269
51
£ 46,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 1DE 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 1DE is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 51 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. Property prices are trending up 4.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 1DE. The average age is 51.3. 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 mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 440,000
4 sales · Mean £ 433,125
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CM8 1DE is moderate at 50 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. 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
Chipping Hill Primary School
Powers Hall Academy
Acorn Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Lidl0.1 km
- Nisa Witham0.8 km
- Bex Bakes1.0 km
- Ahabazaar Ltd0.7 km
- Witham Service Station0.5 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Cross Keys0.7 km
- RAFA Club0.1 km
- Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour0.6 km
- The Swan0.2 km
- Witham Town Football And Social Club0.9 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
26 nearby- Crafty Bear Kitchen0.3 km
- Ifraaz0.3 km
- Mama Dell's Cafe0.6 km
- Thai Cottage0.2 km
- Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.5 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda1.0 km
- Spar Witham0.8 km
- Tesco0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Eastern Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Mo's Peri Peri0.8 km
- The Witham House0.2 km
- Tommy Tuckers0.7 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The White Hart Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham1.2 km
- Hatfield Peverel3.4 km
- White Notley5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Mill Lane0.1 km
- Hatfield Road0.1 km
- Hatfield Road0.1 km
- Bridge Hospital0.2 km
- Howbridge Estate0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM81DE · Data under Open Government Licence