CM8 1BU is a safe, established residential area on Bridge Street, 1.1km from Chipping Hill in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham Central ward and the Witham constituency.
For families considering a move, CM8 1BU represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £227k.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00108836 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIDGE STREET, CM8 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGE STREET, CM8 1BU.
367
40
£ 46,800 /yr
62%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 1BU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 40, CM8 1BU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 1BU. The average age is 39.7. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 235,000
13 sales · Mean £ 260,576
Detached
£ 224,000
1 sales · Mean £ 224,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM8 1BU has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Maltings Academy
Howbridge Infant School
Howbridge Church of England Junior School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Chipping Hill Primary School
Powers Hall Academy
Acorn Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Lidl0.0 km
- Nisa Witham0.7 km
- Ahabazaar Ltd0.8 km
- Witham Service Station0.6 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Cross Keys0.8 km
- RAFA Club0.1 km
- Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour0.6 km
- The Swan0.2 km
- Witham Town Football And Social Club0.8 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
26 nearby- Crafty Bear Kitchen0.2 km
- Ifraaz0.2 km
- Mama Dell's Cafe0.7 km
- Thai Cottage0.2 km
- Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.4 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.9 km
- Spar Witham0.8 km
- Tesco0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Eastern Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Mo's Peri Peri0.7 km
- The Witham House0.2 km
- Tommy Tuckers0.6 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The White Hart Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham1.2 km
- Hatfield Peverel3.4 km
- White Notley5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Mill Lane0.1 km
- Hatfield Road0.1 km
- Hatfield Road0.1 km
- Spinks Lane0.2 km
- Spinks Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM81BU · Data under Open Government Licence