Postcode Analysis Uttlesford, East of England

THE DOWNS, CM6 3RF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DOWNS, CM6 3RF.

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

316

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 54,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

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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10/10
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7/10
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1/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

CM6 3RF is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

CM6 3RF is a safe, established residential area on The Downs, 0.5km from Downs, The in Stebbing. Administratively it sits within Felsted & Stebbing ward and the Saffron Walden constituency.

For families considering a move, CM6 3RF represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CM6 3RF are sourced from Output Area E00112233 (shared with 13 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 CM6 3RF. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

CM6 3RF has low crime rates — 12 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

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Stebbing Primary School

Good176 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Stebbing Village Store0.8 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Motts Cottage B&B1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The White Hart0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stansted Airport10.3 km
  • Braintree10.5 km
  • Braintree Freeport11.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Bran End0.5 km
  • Bran End0.5 km