The Orchards is in Epping and in Epping Forest district. CM16 7AT is located in the Epping East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Epping Forest. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Orchards, Epping, CM16 7AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM16 7AL, CM16 7AP, CM16 7AD, CM16 7AA, CM16 7BB, CM16 7AN, CM16 7AS, CM16 7BN, CM16 7AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM16 7AT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 52% | 53.3% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 48% | 46.7% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 CM16 7AT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.7% 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 | 8.4% | 16.6% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -21.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.4% | 67.7% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 23.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 4.9% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 9.4% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 34.7% | 44.3% | 9.6% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 38% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 20.6% | 10.5% | -10.1% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.1% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.3% | 21.1% | -15.2% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 7.6% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 15.2% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 10.3% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 13.5% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 29.1% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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 | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96% | 92.9% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 96% | 91.3% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 4.2% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| 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 | 94.8% | 91.3% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.5% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.2% | 37.2% | -15.0% |
| Christian | 65.7% | 46.2% | 19.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 4.2% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Orchards was 24.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% lower than the Epping East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Orchards has the 10th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Epping East and the 65th lowest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 The Orchards, Epping, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2024-06-18 | £646,578 |
| 40 The Orchards, Epping, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £745,000 | 2024-04-26 | £737,320 |
| 76 The Orchards, Epping, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £820,000 | 2023-08-04 | £806,557 |
| 62 The Orchards, Epping, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2022-10-25 | £715,706 |
| 61 The Orchards, Epping, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2022-09-08 | £858,342 |
CM16 7AT 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 7AT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy Chimneys Primary School Ivy Chimneys Road , CM16 4EP | 3out of 4 | 769 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Epping Primary School Coronation Hill , CM16 5DU | 3out of 4 | 1,475 yd | Community 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 | 2,098 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Theydon Bois Primary School Orchard Drive , Theydon Bois CM16 7DH | 3out of 4 | 2,434 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hereward Primary School Colebrook Lane , IG10 2HR | 4out of 4 | 4,505 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,361 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Davenant Foundation School Chester Road , IG10 2LD | 4out of 4 | 4,241 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Debden Park High School Willingale Road , Debden IG10 2BQ | 4out of 4 | 4,944 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tower School 33 High Street , CM16 4BA | - not rated | 840 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Open Box Education Centre St John's Road , Epping CM16 5DN | - not rated | 964 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coopersale Hall School Flux's Lane , CM16 7PE | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft School Whitakers Way , Baldwins Hill IG10 1SQ | - not rated | 5,444 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dada | 5 Station Road, Epping | 879 yd | |
| Slice | 4 Station Road, Epping | 879 yd | |
| Piya Kitchen Ltd | 74-76 High Street, Epping | 895 yd | |
| Restobistro | 82A High Street, Epping | 895 yd | |
| Eden Cocktails | 88 High Street, Epping | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Epping Golf Course Ltd | Epping Golf Course, Fluxs Lane | 523 yd | |
| Hemnall Social Club | 50 Hemnall Street, Epping | 818 yd | |
| Epping Sports Centre | Hemnall Street, Epping | 869 yd | |
| The Duke of Wellington | Duke Of Wellington Public House, 36 High Street | 895 yd | |
| Kasha | 175 High Street, Epping | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smiths Fisheries | 42 High Street, Epping | 895 yd | |
| The Kebabery | 112 High Street, Epping | 898 yd | |
| Subway | 146C High Street, Epping | 941 yd | |
| Food by Lara Luck | 99 High Street, Epping | 945 yd | |
| Okra Green | 53 High Street, Epping | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 77-79 High Street, Epping | 947 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Allnuts Hall ALLNUTTS ROAD | 424 yd | |
| The Epping Golf Course FLUX'S LANE | golf | 524 yd |
| Epping Sports Centre HEMNALL STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 765 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 | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.