Postcode Analysis Epping Forest, East of England

DOBBS WEIR, EN11 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOBBS WEIR, EN11 0BL.

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Population

372

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 52,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

EN11 0BL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

EN11 0BL is a safe, established residential area on Dobbs Weir, 0.3km from Dobb's Weir in Lower Nazeing. Administratively it sits within Lower Nazeing ward and the Harlow constituency.

For families considering a move, EN11 0BL represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for EN11 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00110700 (shared with 24 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 EN11 0BL. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.5%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean4.0%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

EN11 0BL has low crime rates — 12 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 offences7
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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St Augustine's Catholic Primary School

Good239 pupils1.0 km
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St Cross Catholic Primary School

Good207 pupils1.1 km
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St Catherine's Hoddesdon CofE Primary School

Good326 pupils1.4 km
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Rivers Education Support Centre

Good19 pupils1.5 km
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Robert Barclay Academy

Requires Improvement662 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • River Palace Cafe & Restaurant0.3 km
  • Cortland Fibron BX0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Broxbourne Sailing Club0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Broxbourne1.3 km
  • Rye House1.8 km
  • Roydon3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Fish & Eels0.3 km
  • Fish & Eels0.3 km