Postcode Analysis Uttlesford, East of England

WEST HAYES, CM22 7DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST HAYES, CM22 7DH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

436

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 53,900 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM22 7DH 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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10/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM22 7DH combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£677k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £677k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 18.5% year-on-year.

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

CM22 7DH is a sought-after residential area on West Hayes, 0.1km from Hatfield Heath in Hatfield Heath. Administratively it sits within Hatfield Heath ward and the Saffron Walden constituency.

For serious buyers, CM22 7DH is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £677k, up 18.5% year-on-year. 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 7DH are sourced from Output Area E00112142 (shared with 12 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 7DH. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 561,500

9 sales · Mean £ 590,222

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

CM22 7DH has low crime rates — 13 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 offences9
Shoplifting4
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Hatfield Heath Primary School

Good209 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Graze & Grape0.3 km
  • The Pickled Pantry0.3 km
  • The Little Seafood Bar0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • White Horse Inn0.1 km
  • The Thatchers0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Anwars0.1 km
  • KoKo Thai0.1 km
  • Tea On The Heath0.3 km
  • The Village Tearooms0.1 km
  • Hunters Meet Restaurant0.5 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Dorringtons (The Stag)0.1 km
  • The Fish Inn0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sawbridgeworth3.3 km
  • Harlow Mill5.9 km
  • Bishops Stortford6.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The White Horse0.1 km
  • The White Horse0.1 km
  • The White Horse0.2 km
  • The Thatchers0.3 km
  • Little Heath0.4 km