CM8 3AD is a mixed residential area located 0.8km from Chipping Hill in Witham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Witham Central ward and the Witham constituency.
The people who live in CM8 3AD are typical of an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 97 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 3AD are sourced from Output Area E00108795 (shared with 199 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CM8 3AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM8 3AD.
347
43
£ 46,800 /yr
62%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 3AD 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CM8 3AD's 63% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 3AD. The average age is 42.8. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CM8 3AD is above average at 97 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
Powers Hall Academy
Acorn Academy
Templars Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Lidl0.7 km
- Ahabazaar Ltd0.6 km
- Doe Motors Limited0.8 km
- Factory Gym0.7 km
- Witham Service Station0.5 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- RAFA Club0.8 km
- Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour0.4 km
- The Railway0.7 km
- The Swan0.5 km
- The White Horse PH0.9 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
27 nearby- Crafty Bear Kitchen0.5 km
- Ifraaz0.5 km
- Thai Cottage0.5 km
- Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.3 km
- Pickles Playhouse0.8 km
- + 22 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda0.9 km
- Tesco0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Kens Jerk Kitchen0.8 km
- Pop In0.9 km
- The Witham House0.5 km
- UK Fish Bar0.5 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The White Hart Hotel0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham0.6 km
- Hatfield Peverel4.1 km
- White Notley5.3 km
Bus Stops
- The George0.0 km
- The George0.0 km
- Collingwood Road0.1 km
- Collingwood Road0.1 km
- Newland Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM83AD · Data under Open Government Licence