CM8 2XZ is a safe, established residential area on Blackthorn Road, 0.6km from Powers Hall End in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham West 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 — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £239k, down 39.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 2XZ are sourced from Output Area E00108856 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKTHORN ROAD, CM8 2XZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKTHORN ROAD, CM8 2XZ.
229
44
£ 45,300 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates CM8 2XZ — age 44, 75% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 39.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 2XZ. The average age is 44.2. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 160,000
1 sales · Mean £ 160,000
Semi-Detached
£ 255,000
5 sales · Mean £ 263,400
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM8 2XZ has low crime rates — 28 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.
school Local Schools
Powers Hall Academy
Acorn Academy
Templars Academy
Southview School
New Rickstones Academy
Elm Hall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Home Needs Express0.8 km
- Nk Off Licence0.1 km
- Poundland0.3 km
- Premier Templars0.9 km
- Morrisons Filling Station0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Dean Fierheller T/A The Woolpack Inn0.6 km
- The Cherry Tree0.6 km
- The Railway0.9 km
- The White Horse PH0.7 km
- Little Elms PH1.0 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda1.0 km
- East Of England Co-op0.7 km
- Morrisons0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Kens Jerk Kitchen0.8 km
- Mings0.5 km
- Pop In0.7 km
- Spa Fish & Chips0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Foyer0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham1.2 km
- White Notley3.7 km
- Hatfield Peverel4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Honeysuckle Way Shop0.1 km
- Pennyroyal Crescent0.2 km
- Honeysuckle Way0.3 km
- Bramble Road0.4 km
- Bramble Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CM82XZ · Data under Open Government Licence