Postcode Analysis Uttlesford, East of England

THE CROSS, CM22 6DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CROSS, CM22 6DG.

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Population

526

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 58,800 /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: CM22 6DG 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.

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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM22 6DG combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£478k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

CM22 6DG is a sought-after residential area on The Cross, 0.1km from Elsenham Cross in Elsenham. Administratively it sits within Elsenham & Henham ward and the Saffron Walden constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM22, CM22 6DG offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a business parks character: manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 84% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £478k. 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 6DG are sourced from Output Area E00112100 (shared with 28 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 CM22 6DG. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 547,500

1 sales · Mean £ 547,500

Terraced

£ 410,000

1 sales · Mean £ 410,000

Detached

£ 605,000

1 sales · Mean £ 605,000

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

CM22 6DG has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences25
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime3
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good330 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Golf World Stansted0.8 km
  • Elsenham Memorial Hall0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Daisy May's Farm0.1 km
  • Elsenham Fish Bar0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Crown Inn0.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Jeff And Eddies0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Elsenham0.9 km
  • Stansted Mountfitchet2.8 km
  • Stansted Airport3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • The Crown0.0 km
  • The Crown0.0 km
  • Henham Rd0.3 km
  • Henham Rd0.3 km
  • Glebe End0.4 km