Cross Road is in Maldon and in Maldon district. CM9 5ED is located in the Maldon South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Maldon. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cross Road, Maldon, CM9 5ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM9 6DH, CM9 6DQ, CM9 6DN, CM9 6DJ, CM9 6XG, CM9 5EA, CM9 6DW, CM9 6XA, CM9 6DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM9 5ED is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 50.3% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 45.1% | 49.7% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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% | 36.7% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37% | 37% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -7.2% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 11.9% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 11.9% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 41.8% | 42.5% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 31% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 16.4% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 9.3% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34% | 20.2% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 12.9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 19.3% | 4.4% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 14.3% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 22.8% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 6.4% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 3.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.2% | 7.1% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 6.0% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 91.5% | 88.5% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 7.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 93.6% | 91.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 91.6% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 6.4% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.2% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.8% | 76.7% | -4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 6.7% | 6.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Road was 44.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.7% higher than the Maldon South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cross Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Maldon South and the 80th highest crime rate of 206 local areas in Maldon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 Cross Road, Maldon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-10-25 | £378,036 |
| 75 Cross Road, Maldon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-09-01 | £360,005 |
| 105 Cross Road, Maldon, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2022-06-13 | £564,941 |
| 72 Cross Road, Maldon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2020-08-28 | £398,453 |
| 72 Cross Road, Maldon, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2020-04-30 | £413,502 |
CM9 5ED 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wentworth Primary School Viking Road , CM9 6JN | 3out of 4 | 563 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maldon Primary School Wantz Chase , CM9 5DQ | 3out of 4 | 620 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Maldon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Highlands Drive , CM9 6HY | 3out of 4 | 1,093 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Maldon London Road , CM9 6HN | 3out of 4 | 1,228 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heybridge Primary School Rowan Drive , Heybridge CM9 4TU | 3out of 4 | 2,778 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plume School Fambridge Road , CM9 6AB | 3out of 4 | 687 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maldon Court Preparatory School Silver Street , CM9 4QE | - not rated | 1,092 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heybridge Co-Operative Academy The Street , Heybridge CM9 4NB | 4out of 4 | 2,181 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomsburys Art Cafe & Bookshop | 132A Mill Road, Maldon | 392 yd | |
| Bakehouse Coffee Shop | Madison Heights, Park Drive | 700 yd | |
| Kitchen Cafe | 87 Washington Road, Maldon | 731 yd | |
| The Balti Bhujon | 24 Mill Road, Maldon | 739 yd | |
| Madison Heights | Bowling/Snooker Centre, Park Drive | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwater Leisure Centre | Park Drive, Maldon | 780 yd | |
| Farmers Yard | 140 High Street, Maldon | 834 yd | |
| Black Rabbit | Black Rabbit, 188 High Street | 834 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | Church Street, Maldon | 838 yd | |
| The Queens Head | The Hythe, Maldon | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Sand | 15 Dryden Close, Maldon | 202 yd | |
| UK Fish Bar | 184 - 186 Wantz Road, Maldon | 409 yd | |
| Park Central Maldon | Kiosk 3, The Promenade Park | 694 yd | |
| Rossis In The Park | Kiosk 8, The Promenade Park | 694 yd | |
| Ice Box | Kiosk 7, The Promenade Park | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co-Op | Cross Road, Maldon | 2 yd | |
| Iceland | 62-66 High Street, Maldon | 1,005 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 40 - 42 High Street, Maldon | 1,005 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Primrose Meadow PRIMROSE WALK | grass pitches | 487 yd |
| Maldon Primary School WANTZ CHASE | grass pitches | 606 yd |
| Plume Academy FAMBRIDGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 777 yd |
| Park Drive Squash & Fitness Club PARK DRIVE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 781 yd |
| Promenade Park PARK DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 804 yd |
| West Maldon Community Centre WEST MALDON COMMUNITY CENTRE WEST MALDON COMMUNITY CENTRE SUNBURY WAY | 807 yd | |
| Blackwater Leisure Centre PARK DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 877 yd |
| Snows Corner (Closed) | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Maldon And Tiptree Football Club Park Drive | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,028 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 | 76.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 76.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 76.8% |
| 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 | 65.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.