Cavell Drive is in Bishop'S Stortford and in East Hertfordshire district. CM23 5PZ 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 2005-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cavell Drive, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 5PZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM23 5PX, CM23 5GP, CM23 5PW, CM23 5JQ, CM23 5LS, CM23 5PR, CM23 5LT, CM23 5JJ, CM23 5NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM23 5PZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents 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 | 48.3% | 48.7% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 51.7% | 51.3% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 5PZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.9% 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 | 59.3% | 57.9% | -1.4% | 37.9% | 20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.5% | 26.2% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -18.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 8.1% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 (89.1%) 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 | 62.2% | 62.2% | 0.0% | 48.4% | 13.8% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 26.9% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 4.6% | 8.4% | 3.8% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 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.
In the area around CM23 5PZ this area, 6.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 46.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.1% | 6.8% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 5.9% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 13.2% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 20.1% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 46.6% | 8.7% | 33.8% | 12.8% |
| Other | 10.3% | 4.1% | -6.2% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 4.4% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 8% | 5.3% | 2.5% | 5.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.1% | 1.5% | -1.6% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 84.6% | 70.8% | -13.8% | 81.4% | -10.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 69.2% 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 | 76.8% | 69.2% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -14.0% |
| European Union | 14.7% | 15% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 8.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 6.6% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 3.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4.4% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 75.3% | 69.2% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 12.8% | 10.9% | 9.8% | 3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.9% | 7.7% | 0.8% | 2.9% | 4.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 10% | 3.3% | -6.7% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 7% | 1.2% | 1.9% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Portugal | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Turkey | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North Africa | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 40.7% | 46.2% | -5.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 5.1% | 6.5% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cavell Drive was 55.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.2% lower than the Bishop's Stortford All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cavell Drive has the 43rd highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Bishop's Stortford All Saints and the 188th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in East Hertfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 Cavell Drive, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-05-24 | £284,937 |
| 127 Cavell Drive, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2023-08-22 | £479,239 |
| 130 Cavell Drive, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-06-25 | £397,348 |
| 127 Cavell Drive, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2020-09-25 | £447,951 |
| 121 Cavell Drive, Bishop'S Stortford, Hertfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2018-08-17 | £214,238 |
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Retired | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorn Grove Primary School Thorn Grove , CM23 5LD | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summercroft Primary School Plaw Hatch Close , CM23 5BJ | 3out of 4 | 883 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery, Bishop's Stortford Parsonage Lane , CM23 5BE | 3out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Apton Road , CM23 3SN | 4out of 4 | 1,455 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windhill21 Windhill , CM23 2NE | 4out of 4 | 1,485 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4out of 4 | 314 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hockerill Anglo-European College Dunmow Road , CM23 5HX | 4out of 4 | 599 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood High School Parsonage Lane , CM23 5BD | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop's Stortford High School London Road , CM23 3LU | 4out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic School Windhill , CM23 2NQ | - not rated | 1,660 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,352 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop's Stortford College 10 Maze Green Road , CM23 2PJ | - not rated | 2,182 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Howe Green House School Howe Green , Great Hallingbury CM22 7UF | - not rated | 2,654 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herts And Essex Community Hospital | Cavell Drive, Bishops Stortford | 161 yd | |
| Leape Pop-up Catering | All Saints Church, Stansted Road | 859 yd | |
| Cafe Masala | 10 London Road, Bishops Stortford | 861 yd | |
| Rubys | 43-45 Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 943 yd | |
| German Doner Grill | 23B Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Tuns | 36 London Road, Bishops Stortford | 796 yd | |
| The Cock Inn | The Cock Ph, 2 Stansted Road | 847 yd | |
| The Rose & Crown | Rose And Crown, Station Road | 877 yd | |
| Bacchus Bar | Anchor Street, Bishops Stortford | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashoka | 4 Stansted Road, Bishops Stortford | 847 yd | |
| Smoke BBQ Kitchen | 17-19 Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 943 yd | |
| LA Poire | 23B Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 943 yd | |
| New Tandoori Cottage | Millars Two, Southmill Road | 950 yd | |
| Pukk Thai Takeaway | 24 - 26 Hockerill Street, Bishops Stortford | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 34 London Road, Bishops Stortford | 796 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hertfordshire And Essex High School Playing Field Cavell Court | grass pitches | 229 yd |
| Thorn Grove Primary School THORN GROVE | grass pitches | 322 yd |
| Hertfordshire And Essex High School WARWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 449 yd |
| Hockerill Cricket Club Beldams Lane | grass pitches | 452 yd |
| Hockerill Anglo-European College DUNMOW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 717 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Bishop'S Stortford) 6 ANCHOR STREET LEISURE PARK 6 ANCHOR STREET LEISURE PARK ANCHOR STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,081 yd |
| All Saints Ce Primary School PARSONAGE LANE | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 82.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 82.6% |
| 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 | 71.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.