Peterswood is in Harlow and in Harlow district. CM18 7RL is located in the Latton Bush & Stewards electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Peterswood, Harlow, CM18 7RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM18 7RJ, CM18 7RW, CM18 7SE, CM18 7RN, CM18 7RU, CM18 7JU, CM18 7RT, CM18 7SD, CM18 7JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM18 7RL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 51.6% | 54.4% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 48.4% | 45.6% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 | 37.8% | 39.3% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 34.4% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 2% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 15.6% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 4% | 7.8% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 49.7% | 50% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 34% | -5.7% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 10.1% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 20.9% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 13.5% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 11.1% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 7.8% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 16.8% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.7% | 23.8% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 6.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 3.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 8.3% | 6.4% | -1.9% | 2.5% | 3.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 84.9% | 83.2% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 1.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 76.5% 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 | 86.2% | 76.5% | -9.7% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 14.7% | 9.9% | 6.1% | 8.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 7.4% | 3.4% | -4.0% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.9% | 76.5% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 11.6% | 9.4% | 9.8% | 1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 7.6% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.9% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.2% | 76.7% | -12.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Poland | 5.8% | 1.3% | 4.5% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Peterswood was 128.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.6% higher than the Latton Bush & Stewards average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Peterswood has the 15th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Latton Bush & Stewards and the 71st highest crime rate of 253 local areas in Harlow .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 79.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Peterswood, Harlow, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-11-28 | £160,618 |
| 36 Peterswood, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-10-26 | £316,196 |
| 43 Peterswood, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-09-24 | £323,539 |
| 29 Peterswood, Harlow, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2019-03-14 | £164,346 |
| 51 Peterswood, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2017-09-08 | £316,969 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longwood Primary Academy Paringdon Road , CM18 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 189 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church of England Primary School Paringdon Road , CM18 7RH | 3out of 4 | 296 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmoor Academy Ployters Road , CM18 7PS | 3out of 4 | 704 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbotsweld Primary Academy Partridge Road , CM18 6TE | 3out of 4 | 928 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milwards Primary School and Nursery Paringdon Road , CM19 4QX | 3out of 4 | 959 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 | 290 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Frederick Gibberd College Tendring Road , CM18 6RN | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's West Essex Catholic School Tripton Road , CM18 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,907 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Passmores Academy Tracyes Road , CM18 6JH | 3out of 4 | 2,293 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bmat Stem Academy Velizy Avenue , CM20 3EZ | 2out of 4 | 2,448 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlow College Velizy Avenue , CM20 3LH | - not rated | 2,561 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckmead Moundwood Academy Commonside Road , CM18 7EZ | - not rated | 838 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlow Fields School and College Tendring Road , CM18 6RN | 3out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Community special 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 | 658 yd | |
| McDonald's | Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 669 yd | |
| Sunrise Cafe | Ground Floor, 5-7 Staple Tye Mews | 743 yd | |
| Chicken Corner | 13-14 Staple Tye Mews, Perry Road | 743 yd | |
| Moonlight Tandoori | Unit 5-7 Staple Tye Mews, Perry Road | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlow District Scouts | Risden Park District Scout Camping Site, Harlow | 570 yd | |
| The Drinker Moth Public House | Drinker Moth Public House, Sherards Hatch | 795 yd | |
| Griffin Bowls Club | Latton Bush Centre, Southern Way | 903 yd | |
| Harlow Lawn Tennis Club | Latton Bush Centre, Southern Way | 903 yd | |
| Great Parndon Community Association | Abercrombie Centre, Community Centre | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage BBQ | The Pink Cottage, Commonside Road | 223 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 11, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 667 yd | |
| The Food Shop | Unit 18, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 669 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 6, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 669 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit 14, Staple Tye Shopping Centre | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1-2 Maunds Road, Maunds Hatch | 98 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit 1 Staple Tye Shopping Centre, Southern Way | 669 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stewards Academy PARNALL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 423 yd |
| Paddock Mead (Closed) Rye Hill Road | grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Aspire Academy COMMONSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 720 yd |
| Harlow Lawn Tennis Club LATTON BUSH CENTRE LATTON BUSH CENTRE SOUTHERN WAY | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 796 yd |
| Goldings (Closed) Southern Way | grass pitches | 830 yd |
| Tithelands (Closed) Harlow District Council Southern Way | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Great Parndon Community Association ABERCROMBIE WAY | grass pitches | 945 yd |
| Abbotsweld Primary Academy ABBOTSWELD | grass pitches | 1,017 yd |
| Staple Tye Abercrombie Way | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,057 yd |
| Barn Mead Barn Mead | grass pitches | 1,081 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 | 37.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.