CM23 1AL is a safe, established residential area on Gawlers, 0.4km from Berden in Uttlesford. Administratively it sits within Stort Valley ward and the Saffron Walden constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM23, CM23 1AL offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £409k, up 18.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CM23 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00112235 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GAWLERS, CM23 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GAWLERS, CM23 1AL.
473
45
£ 58,800 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM23 1AL 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CM23 1AL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 80% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £409k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 18.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM23 1AL. The average age is 45.0. 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
£ 409,000
2 sales · Mean £ 409,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CM23 1AL has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Berden Social Club0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newport (Essex)7.0 km
- Stansted Mountfitchet7.0 km
- Elsenham7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Benskins Close0.1 km
- Bonneting Lane0.3 km
- Bonneting Lane0.3 km
- St Nicholas Field0.4 km
- St Nicholas Field0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CM231AL · Data under Open Government Licence