Abbotsweld is in Harlow and in Harlow district. CM18 6TQ is located in the Passmores electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Abbotsweld, Harlow, CM18 6TQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM18 6TN, CM18 6TH, CM18 6TG, CM18 6TP, CM18 6UD, CM18 6TW, CM18 6UG, CM18 6UT, CM18 6UE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM18 6TQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents 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 | 50.1% | 49.3% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 49.9% | 50.7% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 28.3% | 31.2% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 48.5% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 10% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7% | 6.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.3% | 51.3% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 36.6% | 7.0% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 9.7% | -7.6% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 16.1% | -10.5% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.4% | 19.1% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 9.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 18.4% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 16.7% | 8.0% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.3% | 21.1% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 5.3% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 2.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 91% | 87% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 5.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 91.5% | 85.8% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 3.7% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 85.8% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 10.8% | 9.2% | 9.8% | 1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.5% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Abbotsweld was 176.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 125.4% higher than the Great Parndon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Abbotsweld has the 15th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Great Parndon and the 47th highest crime rate of 253 local areas in Harlow .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 38.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 Abbotsweld, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2024-03-15 | £282,753 |
| 101 Abbotsweld, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-03-04 | £359,598 |
| 83 Abbotsweld, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-06-12 | £309,684 |
| 98 Abbotsweld, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £284,000 | 2023-05-26 | £281,583 |
| 97 Abbotsweld, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-09-14 | £320,729 |
CM18 6TQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 118 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbotsweld Primary Academy Partridge Road , CM18 6TE | 3out of 4 | 283 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Catholic Academy Pyenest Road , CM19 4LU | 3out of 4 | 583 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longwood Primary Academy Paringdon Road , CM18 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jerounds Primary Academy Pyenest Road , CM19 4PH | 1out of 4 | 911 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmoor Academy Ployters Road , CM18 7PS | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stewards Academy - Science Specialist, Harlow Parnall Road , CM18 7NQ | 3out of 4 | 555 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Frederick Gibberd College Tendring Road , CM18 6RN | - not rated | 566 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's West Essex Catholic School Tripton Road , CM18 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,274 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bmat Stem Academy Velizy Avenue , CM20 3EZ | 2out of 4 | 1,748 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Passmores Academy Tracyes Road , CM18 6JH | 3out of 4 | 2,174 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlow College Velizy Avenue , CM20 3LH | - not rated | 1,858 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlow Fields School and College Tendring Road , CM18 6RN | 3out of 4 | 678 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead Moundwood Academy Commonside Road , CM18 7EZ | - not rated | 1,076 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Hillingdon House , Hobbs Cross Road CM17 0NJ | - not rated | 5,105 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Units 7 And 8, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 394 yd | |
| McDonald's | Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 414 yd | |
| Kaz's / Bishaal | Archers Dart, Coppice Hatch | 465 yd | |
| Sunrise Cafe | Ground Floor, 5-7 Staple Tye Mews | 533 yd | |
| Chicken Corner | 13-14 Staple Tye Mews, Perry Road | 533 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlow District Scouts | Risden Park District Scout Camping Site, Harlow | 463 yd | |
| Great Parndon Community Association | Abercrombie Centre, Community Centre | 483 yd | |
| Elbow Grease | Salvation Army Hall, Tendring Road | 496 yd | |
| Griffin Bowls Club | Latton Bush Centre, Southern Way | 827 yd | |
| Harlow Lawn Tennis Club | Latton Bush Centre, Southern Way | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 11, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 388 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 15 Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 414 yd | |
| The Food Shop | Unit 18, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 414 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 6, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 414 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit 14, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 414 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Unit 1 Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 414 yd | |
| Co-op | 1-2 Maunds Road, Maunds Hatch | 807 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbotsweld Primary Academy ABBOTSWELD | grass pitches | 296 yd |
| Great Parndon Community Association ABERCROMBIE WAY | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| Barn Mead Barn Mead | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Tithelands (Closed) Harlow District Council Southern Way | grass pitches | 560 yd |
| Staple Tye Abercrombie Way | grass pitches, tennis courts | 568 yd |
| Goldings (Closed) Southern Way | grass pitches | 581 yd |
| Passmores School (Closed) Tendring Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 613 yd |
| Harlow Fields School And College TENDRING ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 613 yd |
| Stewards Academy PARNALL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 642 yd |
| Harlow Lawn Tennis Club LATTON BUSH CENTRE LATTON BUSH CENTRE SOUTHERN WAY | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 855 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 | 97.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.3% |
| 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 187 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.