Church End is in Dunmow and in Uttlesford district. CM6 2AF is located in the Great Dunmow 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 Church End, Dunmow, CM6 2AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM6 2AL, CM6 2AE, CM6 2AH, CM6 2AQ, CM6 2EY, CM6 3TX, CM6 2AD, CM6 2AX, CM6 2SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM6 2AF has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 50.7% | 49% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51% | 1.7% | 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 | 22.9% | 30.6% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 45.5% | -11.6% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 14.5% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 7.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 (87.8%) 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 | 49.3% | 52% | 2.7% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 35.8% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 9.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.1% | 13.4% | -13.7% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 9.1% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 17.7% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.1% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 15.7% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 34.6% | 6.7% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.4% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 92% | -7.3% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 95.7% | 96% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 96% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church End was 93.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.8% higher than the Great Dunmow South & Barnston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church End has the 6th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Great Dunmow South & Barnston and the 27th highest crime rate of 263 local areas in Uttlesford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Church End, Dunmow, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2025-03-26 | £479,441 |
| 2 Church End, Dunmow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-09-27 | £305,700 |
| 2 Church End, Dunmow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £299,995 | 2023-10-30 | £316,782 |
| 8 Church End, Dunmow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-11-22 | £250,246 |
| 6 Church End, Dunmow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-09-23 | £309,532 |
CM6 2AF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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.
CM6 2AF 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunmow St Mary's Primary School High Stile , Great Dunmow CM6 1EB | 3out of 4 | 1,307 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Dunmow Primary School Walnut Walk , Woodlands Park Drive CM6 1ZR | 3out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stebbing Primary School High Street , Stebbing CM6 3SH | 3out of 4 | 3,747 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Easton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Great Easton , Snow Hill CM6 2DR | 3out of 4 | 3,814 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Flitch Green Academy Tanton Road , Little Dunmow CM6 3GG | 3out of 4 | 4,652 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helena Romanes School Parsonage Downs , CM6 2AU | 3out of 4 | 877 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seedy Blenders @ 1Life | Great Dunmow Leisure Centre, Parsonage Downs | 834 yd | |
| The Chameleon Cafe | 2 Market Place, Dunmow | 989 yd | |
| The Town House Dunmow Limited | 15 High Street, Dunmow | 1,042 yd | |
| Tanoshii | First Floor, 27 High Street | 1,042 yd | |
| Meadow Hill Coffe Shop | 9 High Street, Dunmow | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel And Harp | 16 Church Street, Dunmow | 207 yd | |
| Dunmow Cricket Club | St Edmunds Lane, Dunmow | 945 yd | |
| Boars Head Tavern | Boars Head, High Street | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Happy Garden | 23 Stortford Road, Dunmow | 1,037 yd | |
| Dorringtons (Dunmow) | 17 High Street, Dunmow | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Stores | Co Operative Retail Services Ltd, White Street | 982 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Causeway Recreation Ground The Causeway | grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Dunmow Cricket Club ST. EDMUNDS LANE | grass pitches | 914 yd |
| Helena Romanes School And Sixth Form PARSONAGE DOWNS | grass pitches | 1,009 yd |
| Pure Body Health 1-3 1-3 STORTFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,040 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 | 68.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 68.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 68.6% |
| 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 | 47.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.61 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.61 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.6 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.