Dunmow Road is in Bishop'S Stortford and in East Hertfordshire district. CM23 5HW is located in the Bishop's Stortford All Saints 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 Dunmow Road, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 5HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM23 5JG, CM23 5HQ, CM23 5JE, CM23 5AL, CM23 5JQ, CM23 5JD, CM23 5AT, CM23 5AJ, CM23 5NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM23 5HW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 51.7% | 53.8% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 48.3% | 46.2% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 39.3% | 42% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.3% | 40.2% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 11.7% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 4.5% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.8% | 56.8% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 8.4% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 31.4% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 8.8% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.8% | 12.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 10.6% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 11.8% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 16% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.6% | 43.7% | 8.1% | 33.8% | 9.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 92.2% | 89.7% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 8.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 81.7% 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 | 89.7% | 81.7% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 13.2% | 8.5% | 6.1% | 7.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 82.2% | -7.5% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 1.8% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Romania | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dunmow Road was 78.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.6% lower than the Bishop's Stortford All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dunmow Road has the 35th highest crime rate of 102 local areas in Bishop's Stortford All Saints and the 118th highest crime rate of 458 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 184 Dunmow Road, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £313,500 | 2025-03-31 | £330,233 |
| 172 Dunmow Road, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-09-10 | £360,690 |
| 168 Dunmow Road, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2024-08-05 | £336,820 |
| 182 Dunmow Road, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-03-24 | £314,936 |
| 198 Dunmow Road, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-05-31 | £383,166 |
CM23 5HW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CM23 5HW 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 | 122 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Education | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summercroft Primary School Plaw Hatch Close , CM23 5BJ | 3out of 4 | 590 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summercroft Junior School Parsonage Lane , CM23 5BJ | - not rated | 590 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summercroft Infant and Nursery School Plaw Hatch Close , CM23 5BJ | - not rated | 590 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summercroft Primary School Parsonage Lane , CM23 5BJ | - not rated | 590 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorn Grove Primary School Thorn Grove , CM23 5LD | 3out of 4 | 623 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College Warwick Road , CM23 5NJ | - not rated | 400 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College Warwick Road , CM23 5NJ | 4out of 4 | 400 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hockerill Anglo-European College Dunmow Road , CM23 5HX | - not rated | 406 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hockerill Anglo-European College Dunmow Road , CM23 5HX | 3out of 4 | 406 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood High School Parsonage Lane , CM23 5BD | - not rated | 779 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 | 1,391 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop's Stortford College School House , Maze Green Road CM23 2PQ | - not rated | 2,176 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Howe Green House School Howe Green , Great Hallingbury CM22 7UF | - not rated | 2,918 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peter Kirk School Chapel Hill , Mountfitchet CM24 8AG | - not rated | 4,352 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterside School Hazel End , CM23 1HE | - not rated | 4,704 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herts And Essex Community Hospital | Cavell Drive, Bishops Stortford | 452 yd | |
| Leape Pop-up Catering | All Saints Church, Stansted Road | 597 yd | |
| Cafe Masala | 10 London Road, Bishops Stortford | 712 yd | |
| Rubys | 43-45 Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 773 yd | |
| German Doner Grill | 23B Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cock Inn | The Cock Ph, 2 Stansted Road | 643 yd | |
| Three Tuns | 36 London Road, Bishops Stortford | 823 yd | |
| The Rose & Crown | Rose And Crown, Station Road | 874 yd | |
| The Nags Head | 216 Dunmow Road, Bishops Stortford | 1,017 yd | |
| Bacchus Bar | Anchor Street, Bishops Stortford | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashoka | 4 Stansted Road, Bishops Stortford | 643 yd | |
| Smoke BBQ Kitchen | 17-19 Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 773 yd | |
| LA Poire | 23B Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 773 yd | |
| Pukk Thai Takeaway | 24 - 26 Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 797 yd | |
| MooBoo Bubble Tea | 20 Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 34 London Road, Bishops Stortford | 823 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hertfordshire And Essex High School WARWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 402 yd |
| Hockerill Anglo-European College DUNMOW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 410 yd |
| Hertfordshire And Essex High School Playing Field Cavell Court | grass pitches | 605 yd |
| Thorn Grove Primary School THORN GROVE | grass pitches | 627 yd |
| All Saints Ce Primary School PARSONAGE LANE | grass pitches | 718 yd |
| Hockerill Cricket Club Beldams Lane | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| Birchwood High School PARSONAGE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Bishops Stortford Golf Club DUNMOW ROAD | golf | 1,018 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Bishop'S Stortford) 6 ANCHOR STREET LEISURE PARK 6 ANCHOR STREET LEISURE PARK ANCHOR STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,030 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 | 93.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 89.7% |
| 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 | 6.9% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.