The Hides is in Harlow and in Harlow district. CM20 3QY is located in the Netteswell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harlow. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Hides, Harlow, CM20 3QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM20 3QU, CM20 3QS, CM20 3QT, CM20 3QR, CM20 3QX, CM20 1FA, CM20 1XA, CM20 3QP, CM20 3QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM20 3QY is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population 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 | 48.6% | 46.6% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 51.4% | 53.4% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 CM20 3QY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% 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 | 39.5% | 45.8% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 35.9% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 11% | -3.7% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 | 43.1% | 47.8% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 34.2% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 11.5% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.1% | 19.1% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 11.2% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 18.4% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.9% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 19.5% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 21% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 9.4% | 6% | -3.4% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.8% | 81.1% | -7.7% | 81.4% | -0.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 74.3% 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 | 85.3% | 74.3% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -8.9% |
| European Union | 8.6% | 15.8% | 7.2% | 6.1% | 9.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 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 | 83.4% | 74.3% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 10.8% | 9.2% | 9.8% | 1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.8% | 9.1% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 2.9% | -3.2% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.8% | 76.7% | -8.9% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 4.7% | 0.6% | 4.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Romania | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Hides was 257.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.4% higher than the Little Parndon & Town Centre average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Hides has the 2nd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Little Parndon & Town Centre and the 24th highest crime rate of 246 local areas in Harlow .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 127.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 329 The Hides, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £334,000 | 2024-02-02 | £344,111 |
| 344 The Hides, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £442,500 | 2023-09-04 | £454,472 |
| 345 The Hides, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £442,500 | 2023-09-04 | £454,472 |
| 348 The Hides, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-04-21 | £417,778 |
| 327 The Hides, Harlow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £372,500 | 2021-06-25 | £431,523 |
CM20 3QY 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Downs Primary School and Nursery The Hides , CM20 3RB | - not rated | 227 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Downs Primary School and Nursery The Hides , CM20 3RB | - not rated | 227 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfields Primary School Freshwaters , CM20 3QA | - not rated | 560 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshwaters Primary Academy School Lane , CM20 3QA | 3out of 4 | 560 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pemberley Academy Hodings Road , CM20 1NW | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bmat Stem Academy Velizy Avenue , CM20 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 177 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Charles Kao Utc Velizy Avenue , CM20 3EZ | - not rated | 196 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's West Essex Catholic School Tripton Road , CM18 6AA | - not rated | 868 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's West Essex Catholic School Tripton Road , CM18 6AA | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnt Mill Academy First Avenue , CM20 2NR | 3out of 4 | 1,026 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 | 76 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 | - not rated | 1,389 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mead School Tendring Road , CM18 6RN | - not rated | 1,468 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tye Green School Tendring Road , CM18 6RN | - not rated | 1,468 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Childrens Support Centre, Tany's Dell Tanys Dell , Mowbray Road CM20 2LS | - not rated | 1,895 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlow Pupil Referral Unit (West Support Centre) Tany's Dell , Mowbhray Road CM20 2LS | - not rated | 1,935 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mui & Koko Restaurant | Holiday Inn Express, Crown Gate | 230 yd | |
| Zayn Burgers | 6 Terminus Street, Harlow | 271 yd | |
| SpiceBoys | 12A-12B Terminus Street, Harlow | 271 yd | |
| Tasty Grill Express / Bonito Grill | 3 Adams House, East Gate | 278 yd | |
| The Sandwich Bar | 8 Adams House, The High | 278 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mecca Bingo Club | Terminus House, Terminus Street | 196 yd | |
| The Clock House | 11-15 Adams House, Eastgate | 278 yd | |
| Q Bar | Upper Floors, Hawthorne House | 348 yd | |
| Cashino | 27 East Gate, Harlow | 377 yd | |
| Rileys Sports Bars (2014) Limited | Cross Street, Harlow | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebabish Harlow | 6 Terminus Street, Harlow | 271 yd | |
| Chicken Hut / Milano Pizza | 8 Terminus Street, Harlow | 271 yd | |
| Royal Kebabs / Papi Taco / Fiesta Mexico / Rebel Rito | 29 East Gate, Harlow | 377 yd | |
| Fancy Fry | 8 Market House, Market Square | 397 yd | |
| King Du Take Away | 10 Market House, Stone Cross | 397 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 22 Harvey Centre, Harlow | 415 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 1-6 Harvey Centre, Harlow | 415 yd | |
| Asda | The Water Gardens, South Gate | 460 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Fifth Avenue, Harlow | 581 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fit4Less (Harlow) (Closed) 32c 32c Terminus Street | health and fitness suite | 279 yd |
| Harlow Leisurezone SECOND AVENUE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool | 377 yd |
| The Dashes Playing Field (Closed) The Dashes | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Harlow) 26B 26B HARVEY CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 465 yd |
| Pure Gym (Harlow) College Square | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 467 yd |
| Harlow Pool And Fitness Centre (Closed) First Avenue | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 470 yd |
| Ripped Gym (Harlow) WYCH ELM | health and fitness suite | 650 yd |
| Harlow Sport Centre (Closed) Hammarskjold Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 666 yd |
| St Marks West Essex Catholic School TRIPTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 907 yd |
| Long Ley (Closed) Long Ley | grass pitches | 962 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 | 216.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.