Hurstwood Avenue is in Pilgrims Hatch, Brentwood and in Brentwood district. CM15 9HT is located in the Pilgrims Hatch 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 Hurstwood Avenue, Pilgrims Hatch, Brentwood, CM15 9HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM15 9HY, CM15 9HH, CM15 9HX, CM15 9HU, CM15 9HG, CM15 9HE, CM15 9HP, CM15 9HR, CM15 9LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM15 9HT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 48.7% | 49.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 51.3% | 50.3% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 9HT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.6% 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 | 27% | 32.6% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 54.6% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 10.4% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 6.4% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 4.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (88.8%) 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 | 46.6% | 57.3% | 10.7% | 48.4% | 8.9% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 31.5% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 9% | -6.2% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 15.4% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.8% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 15.1% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 19.6% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 32.3% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.8% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 5.4% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 3.8% | 0.3% | -3.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.5% | 91.2% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
In this area, 87.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 87.2% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 87.6% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 1.1% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.1% | 37.2% | -5.1% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hurstwood Avenue was 25.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.0% lower than the Brentwood North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hurstwood Avenue has the 10th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Brentwood North and the 57th lowest crime rate of 236 local areas in Brentwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Hurstwood Avenue, Brentwood, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £233,500 | 2023-01-05 | £242,140 |
| 16 Hurstwood Avenue, Brentwood, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-11-25 | £326,293 |
| 12 Hurstwood Avenue, Brentwood, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-11-26 | £516,043 |
| 18 Hurstwood Avenue, Brentwood, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-04-06 | £258,475 |
| 10 Hurstwood Avenue, Brentwood, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2020-12-18 | £513,824 |
CM15 9HT 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larchwood Primary School Larchwood Gardens , Pilgrims Hatch CM15 9NG | 4out of 4 | 556 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Catholic Infant School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9BY | 4out of 4 | 996 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Catholic Junior School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9BY | 3out of 4 | 1,029 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Junior School, Brentwood Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9BX | 3out of 4 | 1,228 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Infant School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9BX | 4out of 4 | 1,228 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Becket Keys Church of England Free School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9DA | 4out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School Queen's Road , CM14 4EX | 3out of 4 | 1,943 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brentwood County High School Seven Arches Road , CM14 4JF | 2out of 4 | 2,283 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenfield High School Alexander Lane , Shenfield CM15 8RY | 3out of 4 | 3,110 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's School Brentwood Hanging Hill Lane , Hutton CM13 2HG | 3out of 4 | 4,226 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove House School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9DA | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentwood School Middleton Hall Lane , CM15 8EE | - not rated | 1,877 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Endeavour Co-Operative Academy Hogarth Avenue , CM15 8BE | 3out of 4 | 2,720 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ursuline Preparatory School Great Ropers Lane, , Brentwood CM13 3HR | - not rated | 3,784 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lime Academy Forest Approach Settle Road , Harold Hill RM3 9YA | 3out of 4 | 4,645 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crumbs Sandwich Bar \& Bakery | 265 Ongar Road, Brentwood | 469 yd | |
| The Barnyard Cafe Ltd | Calcott Hall Farm, Ongar Road | 580 yd | |
| Manna Meals (Tea Time Together) | Bishops Hall Community Centre, Elizabeth Road | 618 yd | |
| Street & Co | Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road | 738 yd | |
| The Brentwood Centre | Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Robin | Ongar Road, Brentwood | 366 yd | |
| Great Danes Youth Football Club | Sports Ground, Sawyers Hall Lane | 890 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | The Rising Sun Public House, 144 Ongar Road | 938 yd | |
| South Weald Cricket Club | Sandpit Lane, South Weald | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Fish & Chips | 253 Ongar Road, Brentwood | 469 yd | |
| Wongs Chinese Food Take Away | 263 Ongar Road, Brentwood | 469 yd | |
| Ongar Kebab | 261 Ongar Road, Brentwood | 469 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Stores Ltd | 6-8a Harewood Road, Pilgrims Hatch | 533 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Larkins Playing Fields Ongar Road | grass pitches | 386 yd |
| Larchwood Primary School LARCHWOOD GARDENS | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| The Arena Doddinghurst Road | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Brentwood Centre Doddinghurst Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 735 yd |
| Becket Keys Church Of England School SAWYERS HALL LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 853 yd |
| Becket Keys Church Of England School Playing Fields SAWYERS HALL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 853 yd |
| St Helens School SAWYERS HALL LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 891 yd |
| Great Danes Yfc SPORTS GROUND ADJACENT ST HELENS SCHOOL SPORTS GROUND ADJACENT ST HELENS SCHOOL SAWYERS HALL LANE | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| St Thomas Of Canterbury Junior School ST THOMAS OF CANTERBURY C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL ST THOMAS OF CANTERBURY C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL SAWYERS HALL LANE | grass pitches | 1,090 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 | 77.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.