Postcode Analysis Harlow, East of England

THE FORTUNES, CM18 6PH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE FORTUNES, CM18 6PH.

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Population

279

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 42,500 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM18 6PH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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

Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 35, CM18 6PH has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £320k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 13.3% year-on-year.

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

CM18 6PH is a safe, established residential area on The Fortunes, 0.2km from Tye Green in Harlow. Administratively it sits within Bush Fair ward and the Harlow constituency.

For families considering a move, CM18 6PH represents a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k, up 13.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CM18 6PH are sourced from Output Area E00110854 (shared with 3 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 6PH. The average age is 35.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.2%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean3.2%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 245,000

7 sales · Mean £ 262,227

Flat

£ 130,000

2 sales · Mean £ 130,000

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

CM18 6PH has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences157
Shoplifting47
Criminal damage and arson24
Public order24
Drugs22

school Local Schools

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William Martin Church of England Junior School

Good238 pupils0.2 km
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William Martin Church of England Infant and Nursery School

Good191 pupils0.2 km
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St Mark's West Essex Catholic School

Good1072 pupils0.7 km
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Pear Tree Mead Academy

Good476 pupils0.7 km
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Purford Green Primary School

Good200 pupils0.7 km
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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, Harlow

Good424 pupils0.8 km
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Sir Frederick Gibberd College

440 pupils0.9 km
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Harlow Fields School and College

Good158 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Kaz's / Bishaal1.0 km
  • Cafe Pizzeria0.3 km
  • Randaa0.4 km
  • Griffin Cafe0.7 km
  • The Parent Hood Of Harlow0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • My Plaice1.0 km
  • Dial A Kebab0.4 km
  • Tommy Tuckers0.3 km
  • Tennessee Express Harlow0.3 km
  • Cafe Pizzeria Express0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
  • Bush Fair Food Centre0.3 km
  • Coppice Hatch Supermarket1.0 km
  • Morrisons0.4 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Harlow Lawn Tennis Club0.7 km
  • Elbow Grease0.9 km
  • Griffin Bowls Club0.7 km
  • Poplar Kitten0.2 km
  • The Phoenix Pub0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op0.3 km
  • Co-op0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harlow Town2.6 km
  • Harlow Mill3.8 km
  • Roydon5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Fortunes0.2 km
  • The Fortunes0.2 km
  • Bush Fair Centre0.3 km
  • Bush Fair Centre0.4 km
  • Tumbler Road0.4 km