Rayfield is in Epping and in Epping Forest district. CM16 5AH is located in the Epping West & Rural electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Epping Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rayfield, Epping, CM16 5AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM16 5AL, CM16 5AJ, CM16 5AD, CM16 5DQ, CM16 5EA, CM16 5AB, CM16 5DZ, CM16 5AA, CM16 4RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM16 5AH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 60.4% | 54.9% | -5.5% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 39.6% | 45.1% | 5.5% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 | 24.2% | 30.3% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 41.3% | 4.4% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 10.1% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 24.7% | 15.6% | -9.1% | 6.1% | 9.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.8% | 42.7% | 8.9% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 35.3% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 18% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 11.3% | 2.7% | -8.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.2% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 43.9% | 28% | -15.9% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 11.9% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 10.1% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 13.8% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 30.7% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 1.6% | 5.5% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.9% | 85.8% | -10.1% | 81.4% | 4.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 92.8% | 85.9% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 4.7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 7.8% | 7.3% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 85.9% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 12.5% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.4% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Buddhist | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Muslim | 5.5% | 6.5% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rayfield was 82.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.3% higher than the Epping East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rayfield has the 11th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Epping East and the 120th highest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Rayfield, Epping, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2023-09-08 | £505,854 |
| 56 Rayfield, Epping, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2019-03-08 | £497,613 |
| 69 Rayfield, Epping, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2017-10-18 | £508,571 |
| 54 Rayfield, Epping, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2017-06-01 | £540,957 |
| 65 Rayfield, Epping, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2012-09-07 | £545,106 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CM16 5AH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epping Primary School Coronation Hill , CM16 5DU | 3out of 4 | 309 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Chimneys Primary School Ivy Chimneys Road , CM16 4EP | 3out of 4 | 1,673 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coopersale and Theydon Garnon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Brickfield Road , Coopersale Common CM16 7QX | 3out of 4 | 2,001 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Theydon Bois Primary School Orchard Drive , Theydon Bois CM16 7DH | 3out of 4 | 3,486 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Epping Upland CofE Primary School Carters Lane , Epping Green CM16 6QJ | 3out of 4 | 3,712 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epping St Johns Church of England School Bury Lane , CM16 5JB | 2out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Davenant Foundation School Chester Road , IG10 2LD | 4out of 4 | 5,200 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Box Education Centre St John's Road , Epping CM16 5DN | - not rated | 407 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tower School 33 High Street , CM16 4BA | - not rated | 820 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coopersale Hall School Flux's Lane , CM16 7PE | - not rated | 2,452 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakers Benevolent Society | 23 Bakers Lane, Epping | 133 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 271 High Street, Epping | 220 yd | |
| May Chinese | 319A High Street, Epping | 220 yd | |
| Marlos | 275 High Street, Epping | 227 yd | |
| Wildwood | 261 High Street, Epping | 250 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Lion | 293 High Street, Epping | 220 yd | |
| Kasha | 175 High Street, Epping | 329 yd | |
| The Box | 2B St Johns Road, Epping | 339 yd | |
| Epping Public Hall | Epping Hall, St Johns Road | 384 yd | |
| Hemnall Social Club | 50 Hemnall Street, Epping | 618 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 146C High Street, Epping | 461 yd | |
| The Kebabery | 112 High Street, Epping | 546 yd | |
| Food by Lara Luck | 99 High Street, Epping | 585 yd | |
| Smiths Fisheries | 42 High Street, Epping | 695 yd | |
| Okra Green | 53 High Street, Epping | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 237-243 High Street, Epping | 250 yd | |
| Tesco | 77-79 High Street, Epping | 722 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stonards Hill Recreation Ground PARK SIDE | grass pitches | 696 yd |
| Epping Sports Centre HEMNALL STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 737 yd |
| Frampton Road Recreation Ground JAMES STREET | grass pitches | 846 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 214.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.