The Horshams is in Harlow and in Harlow district. CM19 4BZ 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 The Horshams, Harlow, CM19 4BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM19 4FB, CM19 4DD, CM19 4BY, CM19 4DB, CM19 4BX, CM19 4AB, CM19 4DA, CM19 4AA, CM19 4BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM19 4BZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.7% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.3% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 38.8% | 39.4% | 0.6% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 46.4% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 2.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 8.8% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 3.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.3% | 47.8% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 35% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 12.2% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.2% | 24.3% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.8% | 17% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 7.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 16.7% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5.1% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 15.2% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 21.4% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 6.5% | 0.4% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 1.1% | 1.7% |
| Chinese | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 4.4% | 4.7% | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 84.7% | 81% | -3.7% | 81.4% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 80.8% 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 | 87.6% | 80.8% | -6.8% | 83.2% | -2.4% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 10.9% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.7% | 80.8% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 11.1% | 9.3% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 2.5% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 2.5% | -2.5% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.8% | 76.7% | -5.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Romania | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 6.4% | 6.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Horshams was 42.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.4% lower than the Great Parndon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Horshams has the 13th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Great Parndon and the 61st lowest crime rate of 253 local areas in Harlow .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Horshams, Harlow, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2000-05-12 | £246,687 |
CM19 4BZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery Little Grove Field , CM19 4BU | 3out of 4 | 173 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Parndon Primary Academy Park Mead , CM20 1PU | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pemberley Academy Hodings Road , CM20 1NW | 3out of 4 | 965 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Downs Primary School and Nursery The Hides , CM20 3RB | 3out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Catholic Academy Pyenest Road , CM19 4LU | 3out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bmat Stem Academy Velizy Avenue , CM20 3EZ | 2out of 4 | 951 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Frederick Gibberd College Tendring Road , CM18 6RN | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's West Essex Catholic School Tripton Road , CM18 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnt Mill Academy First Avenue , CM20 2NR | 4out of 4 | 1,952 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stewards Academy - Science Specialist, Harlow Parnall Road , CM18 7NQ | 3out of 4 | 2,028 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 | 981 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 | 1,404 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead Moundwood Academy Commonside Road , CM18 7EZ | - not rated | 2,525 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Hillingdon House , Hobbs Cross Road CM17 0NJ | - not rated | 5,038 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King | 75 Harvey Centre, Harvey Centre Approach | 336 yd | |
| Maybury Open Door | 76 - 77 Harvey Centre, Harvey Centre Approach | 342 yd | |
| Bounty Cafe | St Pauls House, College Square | 375 yd | |
| Hazel's Kitchen | 1 Slacksbury Hatch, Harlow | 406 yd | |
| Nando's | 3 Civic Walk, The Water Gardens | 413 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Swift Public House | Harberts Road, Harlow | 346 yd | |
| Harlow Playhouse Cafe Bar | Playhouse Square, Harlow | 362 yd | |
| The Hare Public House | 100 Hare Street Springs, Harlow | 386 yd | |
| Phoenix Live | 43 Harvey Centre, Harvey Centre Approach | 462 yd | |
| Rileys Sports Bars (2014) Limited | Cross Street, Harlow | 500 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 73 Harvey Centre, Harlow | 354 yd | |
| Cork & Skewer / Wings & Thingz | 7 Slacksbury Hatch, Harlow | 376 yd | |
| Atlantic Fish Bar / Pita Gyros | 8 Slacksbury Hatch, Helions Road | 389 yd | |
| Donut Tempt Me | 57 Harvey Centre, Harvey Centre Approach | 402 yd | |
| Royalshakes | 25 Harvey Centre, Harvey Centre Approach | 412 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 22 Harvey Centre, Harlow | 462 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 1-6 Harvey Centre, Harlow | 462 yd | |
| Asda | The Water Gardens, South Gate | 548 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Fifth Avenue, Harlow | 945 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hare Street Community Primary School And Nursery HARE STREET COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL HARE STREET COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL LITTLE GROVE FIELD | grass pitches | 125 yd |
| Northbrooks Harberts Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 262 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Harlow) 26B 26B HARVEY CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 413 yd |
| Pure Gym (Harlow) College Square | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 435 yd |
| Collins Meadow Harlow District Council Harberts Road | grass pitches | 589 yd |
| Fit4Less (Harlow) (Closed) 32c 32c Terminus Street | health and fitness suite | 604 yd |
| Ripped Gym (Harlow) WYCH ELM | health and fitness suite | 688 yd |
| Harlow Leisurezone SECOND AVENUE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool | 841 yd |
| Little Parndon Primary School PARK MEAD | grass pitches | 959 yd |
| Harlow Sport Centre (Closed) Hammarskjold Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,068 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.