Park Close is in North Weald, Epping and in Epping Forest district. CM16 6BP is located in the North Weald Bassett 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 Park Close, North Weald, Epping, CM16 6BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM16 6HU, CM16 6BW, CM16 6BL, CM16 6HT, CM16 6FL, CM16 6BT, CM16 6JU, CM16 6JX, CM16 6BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM16 6BP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 56.8% | 55.4% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 43.2% | 44.6% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 | 30.8% | 30.2% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.6% | 34.5% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -9.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9% | 14.9% | 5.9% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 21.6% | 18.6% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 12.5% |
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 | 37.3% | 42.9% | 5.6% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 28.8% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 20.3% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 7% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 CM16 6BP this area, 31.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.6% | 31.1% | -13.5% | 18.2% | 12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 11.9% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 12.5% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 9.5% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 21.6% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 8.8% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 6.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2% | 7.3% | 5.3% | 3.1% | 4.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 90.2% | 88.3% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 6.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 94.6% | 92.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 92.5% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.8% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.5% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Sikh | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Close was 74.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.5% lower than the North Weald Bassett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Close has the 10th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in North Weald Bassett and the 134th highest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Park Close, Epping, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £662,500 | 2017-07-13 | £751,139 |
| 8A Park Close, Epping, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £182,150 | 2015-04-02 | £248,034 |
| 3 Park Close, Epping, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2013-03-27 | £859,691 |
| 8 Park Close, Epping, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2007-03-15 | £731,399 |
| 2 Park Close, Epping, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £354,000 | 2006-02-09 | £761,449 |
CM16 6BP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CM16 6BP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Other | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School School Green Lane , North Weald CM16 6EH | 3out of 4 | 1,880 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,974 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Epping Primary School Coronation Hill , CM16 5DU | 3out of 4 | 4,142 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Chimneys Primary School Ivy Chimneys Road , CM16 4EP | 3out of 4 | 4,822 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 | 4,838 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 3,969 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tower School 33 High Street , CM16 4BA | - not rated | 4,370 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coopersale Hall School Flux's Lane , CM16 7PE | - not rated | 4,613 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon | 60 High Road, North Weald Bassett | 863 yd | |
| Cov's Pie and Mash | 52 High Road, North Weald Bassett | 863 yd | |
| Wings Cafe | Hangar 4, North Weald Airfield | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Weald Flying Services (The Squadron) | Merlin Way, North Weald Bassett | 522 yd | |
| North Weald Village Hall | Village Hall, High Road | 527 yd | |
| The Kings Head PH | 8 High Road, North Weald Bassett | 527 yd | |
| North Weald Par 3 Golf Course | Epping Road, North Weald Bassett | 590 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weald Kitchen | 58 High Road, North Weald Bassett | 680 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 54-56 High Road, North Weald Bassett | 863 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Weald Airfield HANGAR 4 HANGAR 4 MERLIN WAY | grass pitches | 751 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 215.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.