Elston Court is in Ingatestone and in Brentwood district. CM4 0FG is located in the Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brentwood and Ongar. This postcode has been in use since 2012-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elston Court, Ingatestone, CM4 0FG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM4 0AA, CM4 0BU, CM4 0BA, CM4 0AB, CM4 0AP, CM4 0FP, CM4 0DR, CM4 0AR, CM4 0AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM4 0FG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 50.5% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.3% | 49.5% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 21.5% | 33.8% | 12.3% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.1% | 41.5% | -10.6% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 10.8% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 10.4% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 47% | 46.7% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 30.5% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 18.2% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 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 | 22.3% | 16.2% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 10.4% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 13.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 16.9% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.7% | 34.6% | -0.1% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 5% | 4.6% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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 | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 93.9% | 94.1% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 89.5% | 92.6% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.8% | 92.3% | 4.5% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0% | -6.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elston Court was 33.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.0% lower than the Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elston Court has the 8th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing and the 79th lowest crime rate of 236 local areas in Brentwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Elston Court, Ingatestone, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,500 | 2023-04-28 | £134,254 |
| 4 Elston Court, Ingatestone, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2022-03-11 | £408,268 |
| 7 Elston Court, Ingatestone, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2020-12-10 | £246,156 |
| 2 Elston Court, Ingatestone, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2020-08-27 | £121,806 |
| 3 Elston Court, Ingatestone, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2019-12-04 | £114,633 |
CM4 0FG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 CM4 0FG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingatestone and Fryerning Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School The Furlongs , CM4 0AL | 3out of 4 | 345 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingatestone Infant School Fryerning Lane , CM4 0DF | 4out of 4 | 445 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaretting Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Penny's Lane , Margaretting CM4 0HA | 3out of 4 | 2,974 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mountnessing Church of England Primary School 279 Roman Road , Mountnessing CM15 0UH | 3out of 4 | 2,974 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brightside Primary School Brightside , CM12 0LE | 3out of 4 | 4,370 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglo European School Willow Green , CM4 0DJ | 3out of 4 | 476 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayflower High School Stock Road , CM12 0RT | 4out of 4 | 5,435 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands School Hutton Manor 428 Rayleigh Rd , Brentwood CM13 1SD | - not rated | 5,235 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ginger Tree | 1 The Chequers, High Street | 138 yd | |
| Ingatestone Elim Church | Elim Pentecostal Church, High Street | 146 yd | |
| Pastasciutta Ingatestone | 76 High Street, Ingatestone | 240 yd | |
| Nirvana Indian Cuisine | 72 High Street, Ingatestone | 262 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell | The Bell Public House, High Street | 114 yd | |
| The Star Inn | Star Inn, High Street | 220 yd | |
| Ingatestone & Fryerning Community Association | Community Centre, 7 High Street | 434 yd | |
| Ingatestone Bowling Club | Rear Of Community Centre, 7 High Street | 434 yd | |
| The Lounge Wine Bar | Clifton House, 40 High Street | 455 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Fish And Chips | 62 High Street, Ingatestone | 258 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens | 46 - 54 High Street, Ingatestone | 258 yd | |
| Co-Operative Stores Ltd | 3 Spreadeagle Place, High Street | 339 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfields Recreation Ground THE LIMES | grass pitches | 299 yd |
| Anglo European School Willow Green | grass pitches, swimming pool | 410 yd |
| Seymour Field NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Anglo European School Grass Pitches Willowgreen | grass pitches | 959 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 | 76.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.