Wheelers Farm Gardens is in North Weald, Epping and in Epping Forest district. CM16 6HZ 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 Wheelers Farm Gardens, North Weald, Epping, CM16 6HZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM16 6HY, CM16 6HF, CM16 6JD, CM16 6BY, CM16 6DR, CM16 6HS, CM16 6DD, CM16 6JE, CM16 6DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM16 6HZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 50.7% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 46.7% | 49.3% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 23.7% | 29.8% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54% | 41.7% | -12.3% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 3.7% | 13.2% | 9.5% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 15.8% | 11.4% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 42.9% | 51.1% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 30.5% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 9.9% | -5.9% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 7.4% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 34.9% | 26.8% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 8.8% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 16.2% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 4.4% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 19.3% | 10.0% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 23.2% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.3% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.8% | 94.1% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
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 | 95.8% | 92.7% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 93% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.6% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wheelers Farm Gardens was 45.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.9% lower than the North Weald Bassett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wheelers Farm Gardens has the 14th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in North Weald Bassett and the 154th lowest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Wheelers Farm Gardens, Epping, Essex Other, an established residential building | £7,500 | 2017-06-30 | £7,648 |
CM16 6HZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CM16 6HZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School School Green Lane , North Weald CM16 6EH | 3out of 4 | 1,041 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 | 2,793 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Epping Primary School Coronation Hill , CM16 5DU | 3out of 4 | 4,854 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Moreton , CM5 0JD | 3out of 4 | 5,060 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ongar Primary School Milton Crescent , Shelley CM5 0FF | 3out of 4 | 5,450 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,731 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tower School 33 High Street , CM16 4BA | - not rated | 5,150 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | 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 | 118 yd | |
| Cov's Pie and Mash | 52 High Road, North Weald Bassett | 118 yd | |
| Wings Cafe | Hangar 4, North Weald Airfield | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Weald Village Hall | Village Hall, High Road | 373 yd | |
| The Kings Head PH | 8 High Road, North Weald Bassett | 373 yd | |
| North Weald Flying Services (The Squadron) | Merlin Way, North Weald Bassett | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weald Kitchen | 58 High Road, North Weald Bassett | 246 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | 54-56 High Road, North Weald Bassett | 118 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Weald Airfield HANGAR 4 HANGAR 4 MERLIN WAY | grass pitches | 734 yd |
| Memorial Playing Fields MEMORIAL PLAYING FIELD MEMORIAL PLAYING FIELD SCHOOL GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 905 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 | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 22.2% |
| 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 | 77.8% |
| Median download speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.