Blackmore Road is in Fryerning, Ingatestone and in Brentwood district. CM4 0NW 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blackmore Road, Fryerning, Ingatestone, CM4 0NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM4 0NW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.6% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.4% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 CM4 0NW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 24.5% | 31.6% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.2% | 53.3% | -9.9% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 3.8% | 7.7% | 3.9% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 6% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.6%) 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 | 52.5% | 60.8% | 8.3% | 48.4% | 12.4% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 27.8% | -9.8% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 9.9% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17% | 16.4% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 8.4% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.1% | 19.5% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 24% | 13.2% | 16.9% | 7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 23.7% | -1.8% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.8% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.1% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 96.5% | 97.3% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 97.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blackmore Road was 23.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.8% lower than the Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Blackmore Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing and the 49th lowest crime rate of 236 local areas in Brentwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Rectory Blackmore Road, Ingatestone, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £2,700,000 | 2021-11-04 | £2,883,194 |
| Fieldway Cottage Blackmore Road, Ingatestone, Essex Other, an established residential building | £1,350,000 | 2021-03-18 | £1,408,400 |
| Dodds Farm Blackmore Road, Ingatestone, Essex Other, an established residential building | £1,300,000 | 2021-03-18 | £1,356,237 |
| Longview Cottage Blackmore Road, Ingatestone, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,225,000 | 2016-09-23 | £1,481,294 |
| 2 Church Hill Cottages Blackmore Road, Ingatestone, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2010-03-25 | £468,636 |
CM4 0NW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
CM4 0NW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 50 |
| Looking after home or family | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 913 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingatestone Infant School Fryerning Lane , CM4 0DF | 4out of 4 | 922 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mountnessing Church of England Primary School 279 Roman Road , Mountnessing CM15 0UH | 3out of 4 | 2,751 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaretting Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Penny's Lane , Margaretting CM4 0HA | 3out of 4 | 3,623 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highwood Primary School Loves Green , Highwood CM1 3QH | 3out of 4 | 4,375 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 | 1,513 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenfield High School Alexander Lane , Shenfield CM15 8RY | 3out of 4 | 5,175 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry's Coffee Bar Ltd | Unit 1C, The Old Forge | 956 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 | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 23.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.