Postcode Analysis Basildon, East of England

MATTHEWS MEAD, CM11 2ZD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MATTHEWS MEAD, CM11 2ZD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

277

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 49,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

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.

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9/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM11 2ZD combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£668k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £668k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

CM11 2ZD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Matthews Mead, 0.4km from Crays Hill in Crays Hill. Administratively it sits within Crouch ward and the Basildon and Billericay constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM11, CM11 2ZD offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £668k.

Census 2021 statistics for CM11 2ZD are sourced from Output Area E00107998 (shared with 13 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 CM11 2ZD. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean5.7%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 668,000

3 sales · Mean £ 654,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CM11 2ZD has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences5
Other theft5
Other crime4
Burglary2
Shoplifting2

school Local Schools

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Crays Hill Primary School

Good96 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Shepherd & Dog0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Hemmings Stores0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Basildon3.8 km
  • Wickford3.8 km
  • Billericay4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.0 km
  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Old Road0.2 km
  • The Shepherd & Dog0.4 km
  • The Shepherd & Dog0.4 km