CM8 3FT is a sought-after residential area on Mackmurdo Place, 0.3km from Wickham Bishops in Wickham Bishops. Administratively it sits within Wickham Bishops and Woodham ward and the Witham constituency.
For serious buyers, CM8 3FT is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 3FT are sourced from Output Area E00111304 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MACKMURDO PLACE, CM8 3FT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MACKMURDO PLACE, CM8 3FT.
357
48
£ 51,700 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 3FT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM8 3FT combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£315k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £315k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 3FT. The average age is 48.0. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 258,750
3 sales · Mean £ 276,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM8 3FT has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Great Totham Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- One Stop0.2 km
- Wickham Bishops Health Foods0.2 km
- Jane's Sweet Treats0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Green Man0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Mrs Salisbury's Of Wickham Bishops0.2 km
- Olio At The Chequers Ltd0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham3.6 km
- Hatfield Peverel5.5 km
- Kelvedon7.0 km
Bus Stops
- Snows Corner0.1 km
- Snows Corner0.1 km
- Snows Corner0.2 km
- Snows Corner0.2 km
- Finch's0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CM83FT · Data under Open Government Licence