Elizabeth Road is in Bishop'S Stortford and in East Hertfordshire district. CM23 3RJ is located in the Bishop's Stortford Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hertford and Stortford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elizabeth Road, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 3RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM23 3RN, CM23 3ZD, CM23 3RR, CM23 3RP, CM23 3GX, CM23 3QY, CM23 3RG, CM23 3WA, CM23 3RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM23 3RJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.4% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.6% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 CM23 3RJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.9% 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 | 46.8% | 45.9% | -0.9% | 37.9% | 8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.9% | 37.9% | 7.0% | 44.2% | -6.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11% | 10.3% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 4% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 44.1% | 49.2% | 5.1% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 39% | 32.1% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 13.7% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 25.4% | 21% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 12.2% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 15.2% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.1% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 13% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 29.5% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 9% | 2.9% | -6.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.9% | 89.7% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 8.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.2% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 73.2% 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 | 88.2% | 73.2% | -15.0% | 83.2% | -10.0% |
| European Union | 8.2% | 17.5% | 9.3% | 6.1% | 11.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.3% | 73.2% | -14.1% | 83.2% | -10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 11.2% | 8.8% | 9.8% | 1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.8% | 6.8% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 3.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.3% | 76.7% | -16.4% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 4.9% | 0.6% | 4.3% |
| Portugal | 3.6% | 0.5% | 3.1% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 4.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elizabeth Road was 101.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.0% higher than the Bishop's Stortford All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Elizabeth Road has the 24th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Bishop's Stortford All Saints and the 80th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Elizabeth Road, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2017-03-27 | £438,894 |
| 11 Elizabeth Road, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2017-03-27 | £438,894 |
| 11 Elizabeth Road, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2013-02-22 | £452,860 |
| 13 Elizabeth Road, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2006-04-26 | £362,530 |
CM23 3RJ 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 | 138 |
| Part-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Transport and storage | 32 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Whittington Primary School Thornbera Gardens , CM23 3NP | 3out of 4 | 684 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Great Hadham Road , CM23 2NL | - not rated | 719 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Fields Primary School Penningtons , CM23 4LE | 1out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Apton Road , CM23 3SN | 4out of 4 | 843 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorley Hill Primary School Park Lane , CM23 3NH | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic School Windhill , CM23 2NQ | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop's Stortford High School London Road , CM23 3LU | 4out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College Warwick Road , CM23 5NJ | 4out of 4 | 1,687 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hockerill Anglo-European College Dunmow Road , CM23 5HX | 4out of 4 | 1,898 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood High School Parsonage Lane , CM23 5BD | 3out of 4 | 2,808 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Trees Independent School 13a London Road , Bishops Stortford CM23 5NA | - not rated | 985 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop's Stortford College 10 Maze Green Road , CM23 2PJ | - not rated | 1,251 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Howe Green House School Howe Green , Great Hallingbury CM22 7UF | - not rated | 3,458 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jades | Thorley Centre, Villiers Sur Marne Avenue | 680 yd | |
| Flames Grill | 4 Thorley Centre, Villiers Sur Marne Avenue | 680 yd | |
| Albert's | 13 Thorley Neighbourhood Centre, Villiers Sur Marne Avenue | 684 yd | |
| Blues Cafe | Bishops Stortford Comm Fc Northolt Juniors Clubhouse, Friedberg Avenue | 804 yd | |
| Rhodes Art Complex | Rhodes Museum And Commonwealth Centre, South Road | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Marne Inn | Villiers Sur Marne Avenue, Bishops Stortford | 680 yd | |
| Thorley Cricket Club | Thorley Lane East, Thorley | 680 yd | |
| Havers Park Bowls Club | 176 South Street, Bishops Stortford | 768 yd | |
| The Harvest Moon | Friedberg Avenue, Bishops Stortford | 775 yd | |
| The Jolly Brewers | 170 South Street, Bishops Stortford | 790 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Inn Kebab | 51 Elizabeth Road, Bishops Stortford | 192 yd | |
| Lee Garden | 45 Elizabeth Road, Bishops Stortford | 192 yd | |
| Fish 'N' Chick'N | 8 Thorley Centre, Villiers Sur Marne Avenue | 680 yd | |
| The Sweet Life | 2-2A Rhodes Avenue, Bishops Stortford | 742 yd | |
| Ell Churros | 2A Rhodes Avenue, Bishops Stortford | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Havers Lane, Bishops Stortford | 372 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Villiers Sur Marne Avenue, Bishops Stortford | 680 yd | |
| Bishops Food Centre | 92 South Street, Bishops Stortford | 970 yd | |
| Tesco | 32A South Street, Bishops Stortford | 1,047 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windhill21 WINDHILL PRIMARY SCHOOL WINDHILL PRIMARY SCHOOL WINDHILL | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School GREAT HADHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| St Michaels C Of E (Va) Primary School APTON ROAD | grass pitches | 851 yd |
| Friedberg Playing Fields THE BARONS | grass pitches | 868 yd |
| Manor Fields Primary School PENNINGTONS | grass pitches | 869 yd |
| The Bishop'S Stortford High School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 939 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Bishop'S Stortford) 6 ANCHOR STREET LEISURE PARK 6 ANCHOR STREET LEISURE PARK ANCHOR STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,062 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 171.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.