Tawney Common is in Theydon Mount, Epping and in Epping Forest district. CM16 7PX is located in the Theydon Bois with Passingford 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 Tawney Common, Theydon Mount, Epping, CM16 7PX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM16 7PX is primarily male, with 57.9% of the population 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 | 51.1% | 42.1% | -9.0% | 51.0% | -8.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 57.9% | 9.0% | 49.0% | 8.9% |
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 7PX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 26.7% | 31.3% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 51.7% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Separated | 7.5% | 1.4% | -6.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.9% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 49.6% | 45% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 32.5% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 15.4% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 | 17.5% | 25.7% | 8.2% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.3% | 9% | -14.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 18.1% | 5.6% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 3.5% | -2.3% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 13.2% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 25.7% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.9% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.3% | 87.6% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 6.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 93.3% | 88.2% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 6.5% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 4.1% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 88.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.7% | 10.7% | 9.8% | 0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 0% | -7.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Sikh | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tawney Common was 194.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 207.0% higher than the Ongar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tawney Common has the 3rd highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Ongar and the 23rd highest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 144.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Wood Cottage Tawney Common, Epping, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £953,000 | 2014-05-16 | £1,431,737 |
| Little Colliers Tawney Common, Epping, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2007-08-08 | £1,105,036 |
| High Tawney Tawney Common, Epping, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2004-06-21 | £1,937,220 |
| Old House Colliers Hatch Tawney Common, Epping, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2002-09-17 | £1,416,000 |
| Mount Wood Cottage Tawney Common, Epping, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £682,500 | 2002-06-07 | £1,785,286 |
CM16 7PX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CM16 7PX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 36 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coopersale and Theydon Garnon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Brickfield Road , Coopersale Common CM16 7QX | 3out of 4 | 2,166 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School School Green Lane , North Weald CM16 6EH | 3out of 4 | 3,303 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy Chimneys Primary School Ivy Chimneys Road , CM16 4EP | 3out of 4 | 4,378 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Epping Primary School Coronation Hill , CM16 5DU | 3out of 4 | 4,380 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,821 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coopersale Hall School Flux's Lane , CM16 7PE | - not rated | 3,737 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Open Box Education Centre St John's Road , Epping CM16 5DN | - not rated | 4,008 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tower School 33 High Street , CM16 4BA | - not rated | 4,269 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog House | The Mole Trap PH, Tawney Common | 869 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 50.0% |
| Median download speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 130.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.