Risdens is in Harlow and in Harlow district. CM18 7NL is located in the Sumners & Kingsmoor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Risdens, Harlow, CM18 7NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM18 7NH, CM18 7NJ, CM18 7PP, CM18 7PJ, CM18 7NR, CM18 7NT, CM18 7PQ, CM18 7PG, CM18 7NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM18 7NL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 51.4% | 49.8% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48.6% | 50.2% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 28.1% | 38.9% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 38.1% | -9.7% | 44.2% | -6.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 5.6% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.3% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 9.1% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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% | 51.1% | 17.1% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 26.8% | -11.5% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 12.6% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 7.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 27.2% | -0.9% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 13.6% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 16.8% | 4.5% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 7.6% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 12.8% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 20.4% | -2.0% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 7.9% | 1.6% | -6.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.1% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 5.7% | 6.9% | 1.2% | 2.5% | 4.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 81.2% | 74.1% | -7.1% | 81.4% | -7.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 3.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 69.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 69.4% | -11.1% | 83.2% | -13.8% |
| European Union | 8.9% | 16.4% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 10.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 3.9% | 5% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 8.5% | 3.9% | 5.6% | 2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 78.4% | 69.4% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 18.9% | 15.4% | 9.8% | 9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 4.7% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 3.2% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.3% | 3.8% | -6.5% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Romania | 4.4% | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Hindu | 5.1% | 1.7% | 3.4% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Risdens was 265.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 160.2% higher than the Latton Bush & Stewards average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Risdens has the 5th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Latton Bush & Stewards and the 21st highest crime rate of 253 local areas in Harlow .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 126.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 63.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Risdens, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-07-28 | £307,736 |
| 52 Risdens, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2015-05-20 | £294,846 |
| 48 Risdens, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2015-05-20 | £302,037 |
| 44 Risdens, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2014-12-03 | £294,006 |
| 49 Risdens, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2005-12-07 | £336,983 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsmoor Academy Ployters Road , CM18 7PS | 3out of 4 | 488 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Catholic Academy Pyenest Road , CM19 4LU | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church of England Primary School Paringdon Road , CM18 7RH | 3out of 4 | 686 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jerounds Primary Academy Pyenest Road , CM19 4PH | 1out of 4 | 724 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longwood Primary Academy Paringdon Road , CM18 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 744 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 282 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Frederick Gibberd College Tendring Road , CM18 6RN | - not rated | 1,004 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's West Essex Catholic School Tripton Road , CM18 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,722 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bmat Stem Academy Velizy Avenue , CM20 3EZ | 2out of 4 | 2,139 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Passmores Academy Tracyes Road , CM18 6JH | 3out of 4 | 2,556 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 | 2,245 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 | 1,140 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead Moundwood Academy Commonside Road , CM18 7EZ | - not rated | 1,265 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's | Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 115 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Units 7 And 8, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 116 yd | |
| Sunrise Cafe | Ground Floor, 5-7 Staple Tye Mews | 176 yd | |
| Chicken Corner | 13-14 Staple Tye Mews, Perry Road | 176 yd | |
| Moonlight Tandoori | Unit 5-7 Staple Tye Mews, Perry Road | 176 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlow District Scouts | Risden Park District Scout Camping Site, Harlow | 0 yd | |
| Great Parndon Community Association | Abercrombie Centre, Community Centre | 389 yd | |
| The Drinker Moth Public House | Drinker Moth Public House, Sherards Hatch | 746 yd | |
| Paringdon Sports Club | Paringdon Road, Harlow | 793 yd | |
| Elbow Grease | Salvation Army Hall, Tendring Road | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Food Shop | Unit 18, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 115 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 6, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 115 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit 14, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 115 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit 14, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 115 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 15 Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 115 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Unit 1 Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 115 yd | |
| Co-op | 1-2 Maunds Road, Maunds Hatch | 667 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stewards Academy PARNALL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 239 yd |
| Great Parndon Community Association ABERCROMBIE WAY | grass pitches | 396 yd |
| Staple Tye Abercrombie Way | grass pitches, tennis courts | 503 yd |
| Abbotsweld Primary Academy ABBOTSWELD | grass pitches | 677 yd |
| Tithelands (Closed) Harlow District Council Southern Way | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| Goldings (Closed) Southern Way | grass pitches | 949 yd |
| Barn Mead Barn Mead | grass pitches | 984 yd |
| Paddock Mead (Closed) Rye Hill Road | grass pitches | 999 yd |
| Passmores School (Closed) Tendring Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,014 yd |
| Harlow Fields School And College TENDRING ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,064 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.