Bansons Way is in Ongar and in Epping Forest district. CM5 9AS is located in the Ongar 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 Bansons Way, Ongar, CM5 9AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM5 9BS, CM5 9FD, CM5 9FA, CM5 9FJ, CM5 9BL, CM5 9AA, CM5 9FH, CM5 9AT, CM5 9FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM5 9AS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 53% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 50% | 47% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 32.7% | 25.5% | -7.2% | 37.9% | -12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.9% | 49.5% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 8.3% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 14.8% | 8.5% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
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 | 52.1% | 51.9% | -0.2% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 29.7% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 12.3% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 5% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.2% | 21.6% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 9.9% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 18.5% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.5% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 18.5% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 20.7% | -6.5% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.5% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 96.5% 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% | 96.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Oceania | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 96.5% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bansons Way was 25.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.7% lower than the Ongar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bansons Way has the 8th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Ongar and the 74th lowest crime rate of 376 local areas in Epping Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Bansons Way, Ongar, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £375,500 | 2025-02-21 | £358,248 |
| 13 Bansons Way, Ongar, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2019-08-16 | £247,405 |
| 6 Bansons Way, Ongar, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2016-09-30 | £332,330 |
| 12 Bansons Way, Ongar, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2015-06-17 | £350,859 |
| 9 Bansons Way, Ongar, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2013-07-05 | £419,966 |
CM5 9AS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 9AS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 CM5 9AS 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 | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongar Primary School Milton Crescent , Shelley CM5 0FF | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chipping Ongar Primary School Greensted Road , CM5 9LA | 3out of 4 | 1,149 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Ongar Primary School The Street , High Ongar CM5 9NB | 3out of 4 | 1,545 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dr Walker's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Fyfield Walker Avenue , Fyfield CM5 0RG | 3out of 4 | 4,225 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Moreton , CM5 0JD | 3out of 4 | 4,244 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ongar Academy , CM5 0AN | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KG Coffee | Market House, 267 High Street | 115 yd | |
| Jubilee Pavilion Cafe | Ongar Sports Club, Jubilee Park Pavilion | 139 yd | |
| Lyn's Cafe | Ongar Sports Club, Jubilee Park Pavilion | 139 yd | |
| Epping & Ongar Railway | Ongar Station, High Street | 176 yd | |
| The Coriander | 171 High Street, Ongar | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cock (Ongar) Ltd | The Cock Tavern, 218 High Street | 277 yd | |
| Two Brewers Public House | Greensted Road, Ongar | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peppers of Ongar | 190 High Street, Ongar | 384 yd | |
| New Ongar | 194 High Street, Ongar | 384 yd | |
| Anchor Fish Shop | 107 High Street, Ongar | 546 yd | |
| Shelly Ongar Kebab | 20 St Peters Avenue, Ongar | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 271-277 High Street | 152 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, Bansons Lane | 224 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Park Pavilion LOVE LANE | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 298 yd |
| Ongar Leisure Centre THE GABLES | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,041 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 | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| 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 | 13.3% |
| Median download speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 82.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.