The Village is in Willingale, Ongar and in Epping Forest district. CM5 0SJ is located in the Rural East 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 The Village, Willingale, Ongar, CM5 0SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM5 0TQ, CM5 0SH, CM5 0SL, CM5 0SN, CM5 0QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM5 0SJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 49.2% | 49.4% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.6% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 25.5% | 40.1% | 14.6% | 37.9% | 2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 42.7% | -12.9% | 44.2% | -1.5% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 9.7% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 5.7% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 55.7% | 54.9% | -0.8% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 26% | 29.1% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 15% | 10.1% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.7% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 24% | 19.2% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 9.6% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 21% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 19.2% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 27.1% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98% | 95.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98% | 96.6% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 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 | 95.9% | 96.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.7% | 37.2% | 6.5% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Village was 11.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.9% lower than the Ongar average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
The Village has the lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Ongar and the 16th lowest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.4%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka The Village, Ongar, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,050,000 | 2023-07-18 | £1,061,053 |
| The Old Stores The Village, Ongar, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2017-05-25 | £862,191 |
| Topeka The Village, Ongar, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2017-01-30 | £1,251,185 |
| Bare Leys The Village, Ongar, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £805,000 | 2016-06-22 | £954,074 |
| Spain End The Village, Ongar, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,750,000 | 2011-11-16 | £3,005,367 |
CM5 0SJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
CM5 0SJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Walker's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Fyfield Walker Avenue , Fyfield CM5 0RG | 3out of 4 | 2,904 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Ongar Primary School The Street , High Ongar CM5 9NB | 3out of 4 | 5,243 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roxwell Church of England Primary School The Street , Roxwell CM1 4PE | 1out of 4 | 5,344 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willingale Cricket Club The Street | grass pitches | 62 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 24.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 203.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 193.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.