CM6 1XN is a safe, established residential area on Oak Industrial Park, 1.1km from Great Dunmow in Great Dunmow. Administratively it sits within Great Dunmow South & Barnston ward and the Saffron Walden constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for CM6 1XN are sourced from Output Area E00188082 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAK INDUSTRIAL PARK, CM6 1XN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAK INDUSTRIAL PARK, CM6 1XN.
308
42
£ 52,000 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 42, CM6 1XN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM6 1XN. The average age is 42.4. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM6 1XN has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dunmow St Mary's Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Dunmow Convenience Stores0.3 km
- Pressplay Ltd0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge Hotels Ltd0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Kicking Dickey0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Feast 210.8 km
- FORDES HOME LTD0.2 km
- La Mensa Pizzeria0.8 km
- Samui Thai Restaurant0.8 km
- The Arts Centre Dunmow1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- Manze's0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stansted Airport8.2 km
- Elsenham11.9 km
- Stansted Mountfitchet12.7 km
Bus Stops
- Oak Industrial Estate0.1 km
- Oak Industrial Estate0.2 km
- Gatehouse Villas0.2 km
- Gatehouse Villas0.4 km
- David Wright Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CM61XN · Data under Open Government Licence