CM8 1AX is a mixed residential area on Kings Chase, 1.0km from Chipping Hill in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham Central ward and the Witham constituency.
For families considering a move, CM8 1AX represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 65) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 100 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £218k.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00108797 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KINGS CHASE, CM8 1AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINGS CHASE, CM8 1AX.
226
65
£ 46,800 /yr
20%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 1AX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates CM8 1AX — age 65, 61% ownership, 21% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (65) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 1AX. The average age is 64.5. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 350,000
2 sales · Mean £ 350,000
Flat
£ 127,500
2 sales · Mean £ 127,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CM8 1AX is above average at 100 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.
school Local Schools
Maltings Academy
Howbridge Church of England Junior School
Howbridge Infant School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Chipping Hill Primary School
Powers Hall Academy
Acorn Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Lidl0.4 km
- Ahabazaar Ltd0.6 km
- Witham Service Station0.3 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.4 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Cross Keys1.0 km
- RAFA Club0.4 km
- Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour0.4 km
- The Railway0.9 km
- The Swan0.1 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
27 nearby- Crafty Bear Kitchen0.1 km
- Ifraaz0.1 km
- Mama Dell's Cafe0.9 km
- Thai Cottage0.1 km
- Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.3 km
- + 22 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda0.9 km
- Tesco0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- The Witham House0.1 km
- Tommy Tuckers0.9 km
- UK Fish Bar0.1 km
- Bikash Takeaway0.2 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The White Hart Hotel0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham0.9 km
- Hatfield Peverel3.7 km
- White Notley5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Mill Lane0.1 km
- Newland Street0.1 km
- Newland Street0.2 km
- Mill Lane0.3 km
- The George0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CM81AX · Data under Open Government Licence