St Marys Avenue is in Shenfield, Brentwood and in Brentwood district. CM15 8PY is located in the Shenfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brentwood and Ongar. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Marys Avenue, Shenfield, Brentwood, CM15 8PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM15 8PZ, CM15 8QN, CM15 8QW, CM15 8QL, CM15 8PX, CM15 8PT, CM15 8RN, CM15 8QP, CM15 8QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM15 8PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 49.3% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 46.9% | 50.7% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CM15 8PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.5% | 22% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.8% | 61.8% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 9.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 59.2% | 60.7% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 12.3% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 24.4% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -9.2% |
| Fair health | 5.8% | 11.6% | 5.8% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around CM15 8PY this area, 9.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.6% | 9.4% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 15.1% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 13.1% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 14.3% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.6% | 42.4% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 8.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 6.7% | 6.4% | 3.1% | 3.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| White | 95.5% | 86.9% | -8.6% | 81.4% | 5.5% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 97.1% | 90.3% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 90% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Hindu | 6.7% | 1.7% | 5.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Marys Avenue was 38.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.1% lower than the Hutton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Marys Avenue has the 26th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Hutton East and the 94th lowest crime rate of 236 local areas in Brentwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 St Marys Avenue, Brentwood, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2024-10-23 | £640,010 |
| 6 St Marys Avenue, Brentwood, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2024-08-28 | £680,604 |
| 27 St Marys Avenue, Brentwood, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2024-05-23 | £678,520 |
| 25 St Marys Avenue, Brentwood, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2023-11-30 | £670,564 |
| 5 St Marys Avenue, Brentwood, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2022-10-27 | £769,470 |
CM15 8PY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Education | 30 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Ridings Primary School Long Ridings Avenue , Hutton CM13 1DU | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenfield St. Mary's Church of England Primary School Hall Lane , Shenfield CM15 9AL | 4out of 4 | 946 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph the Worker Catholic Primary School Highview Crescent , Hutton CM13 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hutton All Saints' Church of England Primary School Claughton Way , Hutton CM13 1JW | 3out of 4 | 1,776 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowbrook Primary School Rosen Crescent , Hutton CM13 2TU | 3out of 4 | 1,784 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenfield High School Alexander Lane , Shenfield CM15 8RY | 3out of 4 | 330 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Becket Keys Church of England Free School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9DA | 4out of 4 | 2,190 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's School Brentwood Hanging Hill Lane , Hutton CM13 2HG | 3out of 4 | 2,230 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School Queen's Road , CM14 4EX | 3out of 4 | 2,862 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brentwood County High School Seven Arches Road , CM14 4JF | 2out of 4 | 2,863 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood School Middleton Hall Lane , CM15 8EE | - not rated | 2,069 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove House School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9DA | 3out of 4 | 2,247 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Endeavour Co-Operative Academy Hogarth Avenue , CM15 8BE | 3out of 4 | 2,458 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Hutton Manor 428 Rayleigh Rd , Brentwood CM13 1SD | - not rated | 3,373 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ursuline Preparatory School Great Ropers Lane, , Brentwood CM13 3HR | - not rated | 5,299 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rejuiced | 238 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 640 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Shenfield House, 180 - 182 Hutton Road | 673 yd | |
| BP Hutton Mount Simply Food Connect | Hutton Service Station, 1 Rayleigh Road | 681 yd | |
| Hut 99 | 99 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 710 yd | |
| Shenfield Tandoori | Hunter House, Hutton Road | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose | The Rose Inn, Chelmsford Road | 186 yd | |
| Hollands Wine Bar | 234 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 638 yd | |
| The Hutton Junction | 15 Rayleigh Road, Hutton | 671 yd | |
| Mount Avenue Banqueting Suite | The Masonic Hall, Mount Avenue | 751 yd | |
| Shenfield Cricket Club | Chelmsford Road, Shenfield | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 232 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 645 yd | |
| Taste Of China | 206 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 675 yd | |
| Crust | 204 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 679 yd | |
| Shenfield Tandoori Takeaway | 103 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 739 yd | |
| Shenfield Charcoal \& Meze | 105 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Stores Ltd | 208-212 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 673 yd | |
| Tesco | 85-87 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 739 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shenfield High School ALEXANDER LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 276 yd |
| Alexander Lane Alexander Lane | grass pitches | 441 yd |
| Long Ridings Primary School LONG RIDINGS AVENUE | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Shenfield Cricket Club CHELMSFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 709 yd |
| Hutton Poplars 1 Poplar Drive | grass pitches | 1,046 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.