Bishopsfield is in Harlow and in Harlow district. CM18 6UN 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 Bishopsfield, Harlow, CM18 6UN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM18 6UL, CM18 6UW, CM18 6UJ, CM18 6FF, CM18 6UP, CM18 7JS, CM18 6UR, CM18 6XB, CM18 6UX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM18 6UN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 47.5% | 49.4% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 52.5% | 50.6% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CM18 6UN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.6% | 44.4% | 0.8% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.9% | 40.2% | 6.3% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 9.2% | -4.4% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 39.3% | 40.4% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 37.3% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 16.1% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.8% | 22.8% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 17% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 7.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 17% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.1% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 13.3% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 19.5% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 11.9% | 3.3% | -8.6% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.3% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 3.6% | 4.9% | 1.3% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 88.8% | 84.3% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 2.9% |
| Arab | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 79.5% 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 | 81.5% | 79.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | -3.7% |
| European Union | 11.6% | 13% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 5.3% | 5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.2% | 79.3% | -1.9% | 83.2% | -3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 6.3% | 11.5% | 5.2% | 9.8% | 1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 5% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.3% | 76.7% | -14.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 5.2% | 1.3% | 3.9% |
| Romania | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.6% | 37.2% | 14.4% |
| Christian | 37.9% | 46.2% | -8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bishopsfield was 178.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 127.6% higher than the Great Parndon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bishopsfield has the 14th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Great Parndon and the 46th highest crime rate of 253 local areas in Harlow .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 111.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Bishopsfield, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2004-10-05 | £249,325 |
| 87 Bishopsfield, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 1998-12-21 | £257,271 |
| 87 Bishopsfield, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £42,000 | 1998-07-29 | £208,213 |
| 80 Bishopsfield, Harlow, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £49,000 | 1998-01-09 | £238,686 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbotsweld Primary Academy Partridge Road , CM18 6TE | 3out of 4 | 388 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longwood Primary Academy Paringdon Road , CM18 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 594 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church of England Primary School Paringdon Road , CM18 7RH | 3out of 4 | 857 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Catholic Academy Pyenest Road , CM19 4LU | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Martin Church of England Junior School Tawneys Road , CM18 6PN | 3out of 4 | 1,020 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 | 543 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Frederick Gibberd College Tendring Road , CM18 6RN | - not rated | 711 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's West Essex Catholic School Tripton Road , CM18 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,339 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bmat Stem Academy Velizy Avenue , CM20 3EZ | 2out of 4 | 1,901 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Passmores Academy Tracyes Road , CM18 6JH | 3out of 4 | 1,944 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 | 2,015 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 | 715 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead Moundwood Academy Commonside Road , CM18 7EZ | - not rated | 758 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Hillingdon House , Hobbs Cross Road CM17 0NJ | - not rated | 4,997 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Griffin Cafe | Latton Bush Centre, Southern Way | 544 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Units 7 And 8, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 599 yd | |
| McDonald's | Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 621 yd | |
| Kaz's / Bishaal | Archers Dart, Coppice Hatch | 713 yd | |
| Sunrise Cafe | Ground Floor, 5-7 Staple Tye Mews | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Griffin Bowls Club | Latton Bush Centre, Southern Way | 544 yd | |
| Harlow Lawn Tennis Club | Latton Bush Centre, Southern Way | 544 yd | |
| Harlow District Scouts | Risden Park District Scout Camping Site, Harlow | 612 yd | |
| Elbow Grease | Salvation Army Hall, Tendring Road | 701 yd | |
| Great Parndon Community Association | Abercrombie Centre, Community Centre | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 11, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 600 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 15 Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 621 yd | |
| The Food Shop | Unit 18, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 621 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 6, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 621 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit 14, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Unit 1 Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 621 yd | |
| Co-op | 1-2 Maunds Road, Maunds Hatch | 629 yd | |
| Co-op | 1 Long House, Bush Fair | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tithelands (Closed) Harlow District Council Southern Way | grass pitches | 331 yd |
| Goldings (Closed) Southern Way | grass pitches | 339 yd |
| Barn Mead Barn Mead | grass pitches | 513 yd |
| Harlow Lawn Tennis Club LATTON BUSH CENTRE LATTON BUSH CENTRE SOUTHERN WAY | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 545 yd |
| Abbotsweld Primary Academy ABBOTSWELD | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Aspire Academy COMMONSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 627 yd |
| Stewards Academy PARNALL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 692 yd |
| Harlow Fields School And College TENDRING ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 718 yd |
| Great Parndon Community Association ABERCROMBIE WAY | grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Passmores School (Closed) Tendring Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 812 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 | 198.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.