CM13 1AY is a well-regarded residential area on Alexander Lane, 1.1km from Hutton in Brentwood. Administratively it sits within Hutton Central ward and the Brentwood and Ongar constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM13, CM13 1AY offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CM13 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00108968 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALEXANDER LANE, CM13 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALEXANDER LANE, CM13 1AY.
367
43
£ 72,000 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM13 1AY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.
Area Character
CM13 1AY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 79% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM13 1AY. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 2026-02)
Crime around CM13 1AY is moderate at 71 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Long Ridings Primary School
Shenfield High School
St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School
Shenfield St. Mary's Church of England Primary School
Willowbrook Primary School
Hutton All Saints' Church of England Primary School
St Martin's School Brentwood
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- The Fable0.6 km
- The Blue Café0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.3 km
- Foureighty Coffee Ltd0.7 km
- Shenfield Tandoori0.4 km
- + 11 more
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- A M Stores0.9 km
- Hepburns Of Shenfield Ltd0.4 km
- Martins0.7 km
- Roses Bakery Ltd0.7 km
- Sincerely Yours0.4 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Hollands Wine Bar0.3 km
- Mount Avenue Banqueting Suite0.2 km
- Shenfield Cricket Club0.7 km
- The Old Green Dragon1.0 km
- The Hutton Junction0.1 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Operative Stores Ltd0.3 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Tesco0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Fish N Chicken / Serial Grill0.9 km
- Shenfield Tandoori Takeaway0.4 km
- Fish To Go0.3 km
- Taste Of China0.4 km
- Tasty House0.9 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shenfield0.2 km
- Brentwood3.1 km
- Ingatestone5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Shenfield Railway Station0.3 km
- Shenfield Rail Station0.3 km
- Shenfield Rail Station0.3 km
- Shenfield Railway Station0.3 km
- Poplar Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CM131AY · Data under Open Government Licence