Postcode Analysis East Hertfordshire, East of England

CM23 3GJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM23 3GJ.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 54,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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.

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7/10
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7/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

CM23 3GJ has a significant social housing presence — 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

CM23 3GJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from Newtown in Bishop's Stortford. Administratively it sits within Bishop's Stortford Central ward and the Hertford and Stortford constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CM23 3GJ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CM23 3GJ are sourced from Output Area E00119087 (shared with 7 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 CM23 3GJ. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.3%
Asian / British Asian5.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

CM23 3GJ has low crime rates — 17 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 offences44
Anti-social behaviour31
Other theft7
Vehicle crime7
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School B/S

Good398 pupils0.4 km
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Manor Fields Primary School

Good452 pupils0.7 km
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Windhill21

Outstanding460 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's Catholic School

Outstanding1151 pupils0.8 km
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St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Good220 pupils0.9 km
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Richard Whittington Primary School

Good315 pupils1.0 km
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Hillmead Primary School

Good285 pupils1.1 km
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Thorley Hill Primary School

Good236 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • Savers Health & Beauty1.0 km
  • The Edinburgh Woollen Mill1.0 km
  • Waffle & More1.0 km
  • Martins1.0 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Acer Cottage B&B0.8 km
  • Avery House B&B0.9 km
  • Oakfields Bed & Breakfast0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The Port Jackson1.0 km
  • Age Concern0.9 km
  • Bishops Stortford Social Club0.9 km
  • The Bridge House0.9 km
  • Thirst Youth Cafe1.0 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Boar's Head Steak House And Grill1.0 km
  • Mythos Greek Taverna1.0 km
  • South Street Pantry1.0 km
  • Wattle & Co.1.0 km
  • Buffalo Joe's1.0 km
  • + 16 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Papa John's0.9 km
  • Papa John's0.9 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • Fish Inn Kebab0.5 km
  • Quickbites - Friedberg0.6 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Bishops Food Centre0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Tesco0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bishops Stortford1.2 km
  • Stansted Mountfitchet5.5 km
  • Sawbridgeworth5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Coppice0.3 km
  • The Coppice0.3 km
  • Valley Court0.3 km
  • Wentworth Drive0.3 km
  • Wentworth Drive0.3 km