CM8 3NS is a sought-after residential area on Arbour Lane, 0.2km from Wickham Bishops in Wickham Bishops. Administratively it sits within Wickham Bishops and Woodham ward and the Witham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM8, CM8 3NS offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% 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: Prices average £750k. 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 3NS are sourced from Output Area E00111307 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ARBOUR LANE, CM8 3NS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARBOUR LANE, CM8 3NS.
294
51
£ 51,700 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 3NS 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
CM8 3NS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £750k, 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 3NS. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 670,000
3 sales · Mean £ 653,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM8 3NS 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
4 nearby- One Stop0.1 km
- Wickham Bishops Health Foods0.1 km
- Jane's Sweet Treats0.6 km
- Maypole Pet And Garden Centre1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Green Man0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Mrs Salisbury's Of Wickham Bishops0.1 km
- Olio At The Chequers Ltd0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham3.7 km
- Hatfield Peverel5.5 km
- Kelvedon7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Snows Corner0.2 km
- Snows Corner0.2 km
- Snows Corner0.3 km
- Snows Corner0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CM83NS · Data under Open Government Licence