Vicarage Lane is in Thaxted, Dunmow and in Uttlesford district. CM6 2QP is located in the Thaxted & the Eastons electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Saffron Walden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vicarage Lane, Thaxted, Dunmow, CM6 2QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM6 2QR, CM6 2QS, CM6 2QX, CM6 2QN, CM6 2PL, CM6 2PE, CM6 2JX, CM6 2PW, CM6 2QY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM6 2QP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 56.6% | 53.6% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 43.4% | 46.4% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 | 21.6% | 24.3% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 45.1% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 11.4% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 18.7% | 17.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 11.2% |
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 | 36.4% | 39.6% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 33.7% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 21.9% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 9.2% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 3% | -5.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37% | 27.3% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 15.6% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.1% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 16.8% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 22.6% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.2% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 95.3% | 95.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 94.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.8% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vicarage Lane was 93.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 499.4% higher than the Debden & Wimbish average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vicarage Lane has the highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Debden & Wimbish and the 28th highest crime rate of 263 local areas in Uttlesford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 91.4%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobbs Vicarage Lane, Dunmow, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2025-08-05 | £500,000 |
| The Cottage Vicarage Lane, Dunmow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-07-11 | £380,224 |
| The Cottage Vicarage Lane, Dunmow, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £367,500 | 2023-03-03 | £386,463 |
| Corner Cottage Vicarage Lane, Dunmow, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2021-06-10 | £378,631 |
| Hobbs Vicarage Lane, Dunmow, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2017-08-08 | £568,889 |
CM6 2QP 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 CM6 2QP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 175 |
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thaxted Primary School Bardfield Road , Thaxted CM6 2LW | 3out of 4 | 682 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimbish Primary School Tye Green , Wimbish CB10 2XE | 3out of 4 | 5,113 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pams Place | Vicarage Mead Bungalows, Vicarage Lane | 111 yd | |
| India Villa | 20 Watling Street, Thaxted | 149 yd | |
| Parrishes | 36 Town Street, Thaxted | 272 yd | |
| Baptist Church | Park Street, Thaxted | 420 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Star Pub Thaxted | 8 Mill End, Thaxted | 464 yd | |
| The Maypole | 31 Mill End, Thaxted | 464 yd | |
| Thaxted Bowling Club | Bowling Green, Park Street | 588 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Delight Fish & Chips | 2 Mill End, Thaxted | 464 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thaxted Recreation Ground GUELPHS LANE | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Thaxted Tennis Club DUNMOW ROAD | tennis courts | 740 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 | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.