Humber Road is in Witham and in Braintree district. CM8 1UE is located in the Witham West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Humber Road, Witham, CM8 1UE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM8 1UF, CM8 1TZ, CM8 1UD, CM8 1TB, CM8 1TA, CM8 1TY, CM8 1TD, CM8 1UB, CM8 1TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM8 1UE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 47.8% | 52.8% | 5.0% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 52.2% | 47.2% | -5.0% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 37.9% | 39.4% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37% | 34.6% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -9.6% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 3.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 14.9% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 7.7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 33.9% | 37% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 34% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 18.7% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 11% | 6.4% | -4.6% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 6.1% | 3.8% | -2.3% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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.
In the area around CM8 1UE this area, 31.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.3% | 31.9% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 12.1% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 14.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 10.6% | 7.8% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 10.6% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 15.9% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 5.7% | 4.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.1% | 94.8% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 94.3% | 93.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 2.6% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 93.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.2% | 76.7% | -4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Humber Road was 212.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 197.0% higher than the Witham West average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Humber Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Witham West and the 19th highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 75.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175 Humber Road, Witham, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-09-20 | £315,694 |
| 167 Humber Road, Witham, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-11-21 | £253,894 |
| 174 Humber Road, Witham, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-02-16 | £317,497 |
| 175 Humber Road, Witham, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2020-12-11 | £299,513 |
| 174 Humber Road, Witham, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2018-09-28 | £275,593 |
CM8 1UE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Academy Spa Road , CM8 1NA | 3out of 4 | 191 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Powers Hall Academy Spa Road , CM8 1NA | 4out of 4 | 191 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Templars Academy Cressing Road , CM8 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Howbridge Infant School Dengie Close , CM8 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,773 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Maltings Lane , CM8 1DX | - not rated | 1,804 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maltings Academy Spinks Lane , CM8 1EP | 4out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Rickstones Academy Conrad Road , CM8 2SD | 3out of 4 | 1,982 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southview School Conrad Road , CM8 2TA | 1out of 4 | 2,002 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chatten Free School Rickstones Road , CM8 3HH | - not rated | 2,783 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muscavado | Eastgate | 866 yd | |
| Turquoise Turkish Restaurant | 1 Guithavon Street, Witham | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witham Town Football And Social Club | Spa Road, Witham | 535 yd | |
| Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour | 1 Lockrams Lane, Witham | 886 yd | |
| The White Horse PH | Church Street, Witham | 939 yd | |
| The Railway | 2 Chipping Hill, Witham | 947 yd | |
| Dean Fierheller T/A The Woolpack Inn | Church Street, Witham | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Fish & Chips | 5A Spa Road, Witham | 277 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 24 Highfields Road, Witham | 345 yd | |
| Kens Jerk Kitchen | 12A Church Street, Witham | 937 yd | |
| Pop In | 10 Church Street, Witham | 939 yd | |
| Tommy Tuckers | 2 Mill Lane, Witham | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co-op | 1 Spa Road, Witham | 183 yd | |
| Asda | 24 Highfields Road, Witham | 345 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Howbridge Church Of England Junior School HOWBRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 221 yd |
| Witham Town Football Club SPA ROAD | grass pitches | 538 yd |
| Witham Rugby Union Football Club SPA ROAD | grass pitches | 539 yd |
| Maltings Academy SPINKS LANE | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Witham Sports Ground SPINKS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 880 yd |
| Bramston Sports Centre (Closed) Bridge Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,070 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 | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.