CM22 6AY is a sought-after residential area on Wood End Green, 0.3km from Woodend Green in Henham. Administratively it sits within Elsenham & Henham ward and the Saffron Walden constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM22, CM22 6AY offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 85% 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £867k. 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 CM22 6AY are sourced from Output Area E00112102 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOOD END GREEN, CM22 6AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD END GREEN, CM22 6AY.
472
42
£ 58,800 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM22 6AY 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CM22 6AY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £867k, 85% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £867k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM22 6AY. The average age is 42.3. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 572,500
2 sales · Mean £ 572,500
Detached
£ 962,500
3 sales · Mean £ 1,095,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CM22 6AY has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Henham and Ugley Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Cock Inn0.7 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Henham Po & Stores0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Elsenham2.4 km
- Stansted Airport4.8 km
- Stansted Mountfitchet5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Woodend Green0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CM226AY · Data under Open Government Licence