Postcode Analysis Harlow, East of England

WESTFIELD, CM18 6AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTFIELD, CM18 6AL.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 42,500 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM18 6AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

CM18 6AL is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £387k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 21.4% year-on-year.

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

CM18 6AL is a safe, established residential area on Westfield, 0.2km from Tye Green in Harlow. Administratively it sits within Toddbrook ward and the Harlow constituency.

For families considering a move, CM18 6AL represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £387k, up 21.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CM18 6AL are sourced from Output Area E00111090 (shared with 6 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 CM18 6AL. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.3%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed4.2%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 350,000

3 sales · Mean £ 351,666

Terraced

£ 280,000

2 sales · Mean £ 280,000

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

CM18 6AL has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences77
Drugs15
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order10
Anti-social behaviour9

school Local Schools

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St Mark's West Essex Catholic School

Good1072 pupils0.4 km
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William Martin Church of England Junior School

Good238 pupils0.6 km
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William Martin Church of England Infant and Nursery School

Good191 pupils0.6 km
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Sir Frederick Gibberd College

440 pupils0.6 km
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Harlow Fields School and College

Good158 pupils0.6 km
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Abbotsweld Primary Academy

Good274 pupils0.7 km
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The Downs Primary School and Nursery

Requires Improvement434 pupils1.0 km
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Bmat Stem Academy

Good161 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • 1:1 Diet By Cambridge Weight Plan - Tinette Weinman0.8 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • Bush Fair Food Centre0.7 km
  • Coppice Hatch Supermarket0.7 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Elbow Grease0.6 km
  • Griffin Bowls Club0.9 km
  • Poplar Kitten0.6 km
  • Harlow Lawn Tennis Club0.9 km
  • The Heart And Club1.0 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Griffin Cafe0.9 km
  • The Parent Hood Of Harlow0.3 km
  • Cafe Pizzeria0.7 km
  • Randaa0.8 km
  • Kaz's / Bishaal0.7 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Tennessee Express Harlow0.7 km
  • My Plaice0.7 km
  • Dial A Kebab0.8 km
  • Tommy Tuckers0.7 km
  • Cafe Pizzeria Express0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Asda0.9 km
  • Co-op0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harlow Town2.4 km
  • Harlow Mill3.7 km
  • Roydon5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Westfield0.1 km
  • Westfield0.1 km
  • The Fortunes0.2 km
  • The Fortunes0.3 km
  • St Marks School0.4 km