Great Parndon, Essex | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Great Parndon

Great Parndon is a suburb located in Essex, England, within the postcode area CM19. It lies to the east of Harlow and is primarily a residential area. The suburb features a mix of housing, including modern developments and older properties, catering to a variety of residents. Local amenities include schools, parks, and shops, providing essential services for the community.

The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus services linking it to nearby towns and Harlow town centre. Great Parndon also offers access to green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities. The proximity to Harlow means that residents can enjoy additional facilities, such as shopping centres and leisure options, while still benefiting from the quieter atmosphere of a suburban setting.

School Ratings in Great Parndon

Families in Great Parndon have access to 83 local schools. Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Great Parndon

Homes sell for an average of £389K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £304K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Great Parndon

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Great Parndon, with 65 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Great Parndon

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Great Parndon around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Great Parndon

There are 16 GP surgeries within three miles of Great Parndon, the nearest being Lister Medical Centre (0.6 miles away).

Local Data for Great Parndon

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Property Prices 2,013 sales

Average Price £389K

£110 , £12.8M

Detached £664K 251

Semi £411K 294

Terraced £304K 992

Flat £179K 373

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

53 Primary

11 Secondary

19 Other

Outstanding 1

Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM19 postcode area.

Jerounds Primary Academy Primary Good 0.2 miles Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery Primary Good 0.3 miles St Luke's Catholic Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Milwards Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.6 miles Water Lane Primary Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Stewards Academy - Science Specialist, Harlow Secondary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Har1 the Tree House Family Hub Good 0.8 miles Kingsmoor Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Har2 the Meadows Family Hub Delivery Site 0.8 miles Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Abbotsweld Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Harlow Fields School and College Not applicable 0.9 miles

Household Income in Great Parndon ONS 2023

The average total household income in Great Parndon is approximately £55,184 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,127. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Great Parndon £55,184

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £42,127.

Businesses in Great Parndon ONS 2025

There are approximately 817 active businesses based in Great Parndon, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

817 Total businesses

35 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Great Parndon IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Great Parndon are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation

5/10

Income

4/10

Employment

5/10

Education

3/10

Health

7/10

Housing

4/10

Living Environment

7/10

Children 0-15 21%

Working age 62%

Older 65+ 17%

4,823 Children (0-15) 21%

14,498 Working Age 62%

3,917 Older (65+) 17%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.3% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households

Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Great Parndon 559 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Great Parndon are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 201

Anti-Social Behaviour 65

Other Theft 43

Criminal Damage & Arson 42

Public Order 40

Shoplifting 40

Drugs 30

Burglary 27

Vehicle Crime 27

Bicycle Theft 18

Other Crime 10

Weapons 7

Theft from Person 6

Robbery 3

Local Policing

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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Roydon Train Station 2.2 miles

Rye House Train Station 3.2 miles

Broxbourne Train Station 3.9 miles

St Margarets (Herts) Train Station 3.9 miles

Sawbridgeworth Train Station 5.2 miles

Cheshunt Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Passmores 0.6 miles Hare Street 0.6 miles Pinnacles 0.9 miles Kingsmoor 0.9 miles Halls Green 1.2 miles Tye Green 1.2 miles Jack's Hatch 1.2 miles Little Parndon 1.2 miles Roydon Hamlet 1.4 miles Stewards 1.4 miles Harlow 1.4 miles Harknett's Gate 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Harlow

County Essex

Ward Toddbrook

Constituency Harlow

Parish Harlow, unparished area

Region East of England

Home Ownership in Great Parndon

Of the 9,386 households in and around Great Parndon, 57% are owned, 28% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 57% Social rented 28% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Great Parndon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Great Parndon

What is the population of Great Parndon?

Great Parndon has a population of approximately 23,244 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Great Parndon?

The average property in and around Great Parndon sold for about £389,486, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 12% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Great Parndon a deprived area?

Great Parndon sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Great Parndon?

Great Parndon is covered by the CM19 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Great Parndon?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Great Parndon, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Great Parndon?

The nearest railway station to Great Parndon is Roydon Train Station, about 2.2 miles away.

Streets in CM19 30 shown View all streets

Appleton Close 2 Archers 1 B181 1 Bakery Close 1 Barn Hill 2 Barns Court 1 Barrows Road 2 Beaumont Park 1 Broadley Road 3 Brockles Mead 5 Brookside 4 Burnett Park 1 Bynghams 3 Canons Brook 2 Cawley Hatch 2 Church End 4 Church Mead 2 Coldharbour Road 2 Collins Meadow 4 Copse Hill 4 Deer Park 4 Dobb's Weir Road 1 Ducketts Mead 1 Dunstalls 1 East Point 1 Elizabeth Way 5 Epping Road 13 Farm Close 1 Fennells 7 Fir Park 4

Postcodes in CM19 50 shown View all postcodes

CM19 4AA CM19 4AB CM19 4AD CM19 4AE CM19 4AF CM19 4AG CM19 4AH CM19 4AJ CM19 4AL CM19 4AN CM19 4AP CM19 4AQ CM19 4AR CM19 4AS CM19 4AT CM19 4AU CM19 4AW CM19 4AY CM19 4BA CM19 4BB CM19 4BD CM19 4BE CM19 4BG CM19 4BH CM19 4BJ CM19 4BP CM19 4BQ CM19 4BS CM19 4BT CM19 4BU CM19 4BX CM19 4BY CM19 4DA CM19 4DB CM19 4DD CM19 4DE CM19 4DF CM19 4DG CM19 4DH CM19 4DJ CM19 4DL CM19 4DN CM19 4DP CM19 4DQ CM19 4DR CM19 4DS CM19 4DT CM19 4DU CM19 4DW CM19 4DX

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