CM23 1BJ is a mixed residential area on Maggotts End, 0.9km from Maggots End in Manuden. Administratively it sits within Stort Valley ward and the Saffron Walden constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM23, CM23 1BJ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Prices average £1.1M, down 7.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CM23 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00112237 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAGGOTTS END, CM23 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAGGOTTS END, CM23 1BJ.
344
41
£ 58,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM23 1BJ 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CM23 1BJ's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £1.1M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.1M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 7.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM23 1BJ. The average age is 40.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 1,100,000
3 sales · Mean £ 1,131,666
Terraced
£ 655,000
1 sales · Mean £ 655,000
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stansted Mountfitchet4.6 km
- Elsenham5.5 km
- Bishops Stortford6.9 km
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Postcode Profile: CM231BJ · Data under Open Government Licence