Willow Walk is in Southminster and in Maldon district. CM0 7FQ is located in the Southminster electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Maldon. This postcode has been in use since 2015-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Willow Walk, Southminster, CM0 7FQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM0 7FP, CM0 7FT, CM0 7FH, CM0 7FN, CM0 7FL, CM0 7FU, CM0 7FJ, CM0 7RD, CM0 7RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM0 7FQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 51.8% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.7% | 48.2% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.7% | 34.9% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 45.3% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 11.7% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.9% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.8% | 41.2% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 39.4% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 15.4% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 22.6% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.1% | 15.2% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 19.3% | 5.8% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.3% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 15.7% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 19.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 1.5% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.4% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 97.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.2% | 97.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.2% | 37.2% | 18.0% |
| Christian | 41.2% | 46.2% | -5.0% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Walk was 76.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.0% higher than the Mayland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Willow Walk has the 4th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Mayland and the 39th highest crime rate of 206 local areas in Maldon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Willow Walk, Southminster, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2023-08-18 | £471,766 |
| 8 Willow Walk, Southminster, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2022-10-12 | £498,583 |
| 2 Willow Walk, Southminster, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-01-21 | £325,700 |
| 1 Willow Walk, Southminster, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2020-12-11 | £408,196 |
| 10 Willow Walk, Southminster, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2018-11-09 | £469,964 |
CM0 7FQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 125 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southminster Church of England Primary School Burnham Road , CM0 7ES | 2out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Burnham-on-Crouch Marsh Road , CM0 8LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,004 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnham-on-Crouch Primary School Dunkirk Road , CM0 8LG | 4out of 4 | 3,978 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maylandsea Primary School Katonia Avenue , Mayland CM3 6AD | 3out of 4 | 4,905 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Rivers Academy Southminster Road , CM0 8QB | 3out of 4 | 3,012 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmin Oriental | 17 High Street, Southminster | 795 yd | |
| Oasis Indian Dining | Sahara Spice Limited, 11 High Street | 925 yd | |
| Bits'n'Bobs Tea Room & Bakery | 14 High Street, Southminster | 985 yd | |
| Mellows | 1 North Street, Southminster | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head | 36 Queen Street, Southminster | 351 yd | |
| The Kings Head | 2 High Street, Southminster | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southminster Fish Bar | 11A High Street, Southminster | 924 yd | |
| Hong Kong Take Away | 16 High Street, Southminster | 924 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southminster Ce Primary School BURNHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,088 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 61.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.