CM8 1DB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Maidment Crescent, 1.3km from Chipping Hill in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham South ward and the Witham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00108840 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAIDMENT CRESCENT, CM8 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIDMENT CRESCENT, CM8 1DB.
269
51
£ 46,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 1DB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 51, CM8 1DB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £370k 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 CM8 1DB. The average age is 51.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 360,000
7 sales · Mean £ 330,428
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM8 1DB has low crime rates — 29 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
Howbridge Church of England Junior School
Howbridge Infant School
Maltings Academy
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Chipping Hill Primary School
Powers Hall Academy
Acorn Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Lidl0.2 km
- Nisa Witham0.8 km
- Bex Bakes0.9 km
- Ahabazaar Ltd0.7 km
- Witham Service Station0.6 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Cross Keys0.6 km
- RAFA Club0.1 km
- Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour0.7 km
- The Swan0.3 km
- Witham Town Football And Social Club0.9 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
25 nearby- Crafty Bear Kitchen0.3 km
- Ifraaz0.3 km
- Mama Dell's Cafe0.6 km
- Thai Cottage0.3 km
- Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.6 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Spar Witham0.8 km
- Tesco0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Eastern Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Mo's Peri Peri0.8 km
- The Witham House0.3 km
- Tommy Tuckers0.7 km
- UK Fish Bar0.3 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The White Hart Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham1.3 km
- Hatfield Peverel3.4 km
- White Notley5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Hatfield Road0.1 km
- Hatfield Road0.1 km
- Howbridge Estate0.2 km
- Howbridge Estate0.2 km
- Mill Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM81DB · Data under Open Government Licence