Is CM8 3GA a safe place to live?

Yes, CM8 3GA is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 15 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CM8 3GA?

The population for the CM8 3GA area is approximately 384 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Maldon, East of England

CM8 3GA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM8 3GA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

384

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CM8 3GA 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10

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9/10

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1/10

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3/10

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1/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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10/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates CM8 3GA — age 43, 81% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CM8 3GA is a safe, established residential area located 1.3km from Great Braxted in Maldon. Administratively it sits within Great Totham ward and the Witham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CM8 3GA are sourced from Output Area E00111152 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 3GA. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.5%

Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

CM8 3GA has low crime rates — 15 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.

Violence and sexual offences3

Criminal damage and arson2

Possession of weapons1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Witham3.3 km
Kelvedon4.0 km
Hatfield Peverel7.3 km