Gilbey Crescent is in Stansted and in Uttlesford district. CM24 8DT is located in the Stansted North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Saffron Walden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gilbey Crescent, Stansted, CM24 8DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM24 8DS, CM24 8DN, CM24 8DW, CM24 8DR, CM24 8DP, CM24 8DX, CM24 8DJ, CM24 8DL, CM24 8EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM24 8DT has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 49.8% | 48% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 50.2% | 52% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CM24 8DT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.4% | 19.3% | -1.1% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.4% | 60.5% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 16.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 11.4% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 7.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 45.8% | 50.4% | 4.6% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 34.2% | -6.1% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 12.6% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20% | 17.5% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 11% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 11.8% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.7% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 16.2% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 33.3% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 6% | 4.4% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.1% | 93.9% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 92.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 92.8% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 92.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.8% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.4% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gilbey Crescent was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Broad Oak & the Hallingburys average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 Gilbey Crescent, Stansted, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2021-01-22 | £429,956 |
| 44 Gilbey Crescent, Stansted, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £416,000 | 2021-01-18 | £499,480 |
| 43 Gilbey Crescent, Stansted, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2020-02-14 | £422,100 |
| 33 Gilbey Crescent, Stansted, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £348,000 | 2018-08-07 | £422,571 |
| 35 Gilbey Crescent, Stansted, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £492,500 | 2018-02-06 | £623,484 |
CM24 8DT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CM24 8DT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentfield Primary School and Nursery Rainsford Road , Stansted Mountfitchet CM24 8DX | 3out of 4 | 26 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Magna Carta Primary Academy St John's Road , CM24 8JP | 3out of 4 | 755 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School Hampton Road , CM24 8FE | 2out of 4 | 1,664 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manuden Primary School The Street , Manuden CM23 1DE | 4out of 4 | 2,214 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchanger Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Birchwood , Birchanger CM23 5QL | 3out of 4 | 2,911 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hall School Forest Hall Road , CM24 8TZ | 2out of 4 | 2,123 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood High School Parsonage Lane , CM23 5BD | 3out of 4 | 4,299 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hockerill Anglo-European College Dunmow Road , CM23 5HX | 4out of 4 | 4,903 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College Warwick Road , CM23 5NJ | 4out of 4 | 5,285 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Grill | 21 Cambridge Road, Stansted | 413 yd | |
| Paolas Cafe | 15 Cambridge Road, Stansted | 413 yd | |
| Touchpoint | Crafton Green House, 72 Chapel Hill | 573 yd | |
| Stansted Youth Centre | Stansted Youth And Education Centre, Lower Street | 723 yd | |
| The Cork House | 40 Lower Street, Stansted | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stansted Football Club | Hargrave Park, Cambridge Road | 427 yd | |
| Rose And Crown | The Rose And Crown, 31 Bentfield Green | 462 yd | |
| The Dog And Duck | 58 Lower Street, Stansted | 723 yd | |
| Mix | 18 Lower Street, Stansted | 825 yd | |
| Stansted Bowls Club | Recreation Ground, Stansted | 889 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchills | 17 Cambridge Road, Stansted | 413 yd | |
| Dorringtons Ltd (Stansted) | 23 Cambridge Road, Stansted | 414 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 22 Cambridge Road, Stansted | 471 yd | |
| Mayflower | 8 Station Road, Stansted | 904 yd | |
| Lams Take Away | 6 Station Road, Stansted | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 16 - 18 Cambridge Road, Stansted | 471 yd | |
| Co-operative Stores | Co-Operative Food, Unit 3 | 709 yd | |
| Y \& Z Minimarket | 7 Chapel Hill, Stansted | 833 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hargrave Park CAMBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 244 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 52.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.