Roydon Hamlet, Essex | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Roydon Hamlet

Roydon Hamlet is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM19 postcode area. It is situated near the River Stort and offers a mix of residential properties and open spaces. The village has a local primary school, which serves the community, and a few shops that cater to everyday needs. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors.

Transport links are accessible, with Roydon railway station nearby, connecting residents to larger towns and cities. The village is also close to the town of Harlow, which offers a wider range of amenities, including shopping and recreational facilities. Roydon Hamlet presents a quiet lifestyle while remaining within reach of urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Roydon Hamlet

Roydon Hamlet is served by 97 schools. Hare Street Community Primary School and Nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Roydon Hamlet

Property prices average £389K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £304K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Roydon Hamlet

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Roydon Hamlet, with 69 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Roydon Hamlet

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Roydon Hamlet falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Roydon Hamlet

There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Roydon Hamlet, the nearest being Lister Medical Centre (1.8 miles away).

Local Data for Roydon Hamlet

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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

62 Primary

13 Secondary

22 Other

Outstanding 1

Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM19 postcode area.

Water Lane Primary Academy Primary Good 1 miles Katherines Primary Academy and Nursery Primary Good 1.2 miles Milwards Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.5 miles Roydon Primary Academy Primary Good 1.5 miles Jerounds Primary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Nazeing Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Kingsmoor Academy Primary Good 1.7 miles St Luke's Catholic Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Stewards Academy - Science Specialist, Harlow Secondary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles St James Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Har1 the Tree House Family Hub Good 2 miles Epping Upland CofE Primary School Primary 2 miles

Household Income in Roydon Hamlet ONS 2023

The average total household income in Roydon Hamlet 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.

Roydon Hamlet £55,184

England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Roydon Hamlet ONS 2025

There are approximately 817 active businesses based in Roydon Hamlet, 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 Roydon Hamlet IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Roydon Hamlet in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

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 Roydon Hamlet 605 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Roydon Hamlet is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 203

Anti-Social Behaviour 69

Criminal Damage & Arson 55

Public Order 51

Shoplifting 50

Vehicle Crime 42

Other Theft 36

Burglary 29

Drugs 20

Bicycle Theft 13

Other Crime 13

Weapons 11

Robbery 8

Theft from Person 5

Local Policing

Essex Epping and Ongar [email protected] Visit force website →

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 miles

Rye House Train Station 2.3 miles

Broxbourne Train Station 2.5 miles

St Margarets (Herts) Train Station 3.4 miles

Cheshunt Train Station 4.4 miles

Ware (Herts) Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Nazeing 0.6 miles Halls Green 0.6 miles Harknett's Gate 0.9 miles Broadley Common 0.9 miles Nazeing Gate 1.2 miles Lower Nazeing 1.4 miles Great Parndon 1.4 miles Jack's Hatch 1.4 miles Bumble's Green 1.4 miles Pinnacles 1.4 miles Epping Green 1.8 miles Hare Street 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Harlow

County Essex

Ward Toddbrook

Constituency Harlow

Parish Harlow, unparished area

Region East of England

Home Ownership in Roydon Hamlet

Of the 9,386 households in and around Roydon Hamlet, 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 Roydon Hamlet.

Frequently Asked Questions about Roydon Hamlet

What is the population of Roydon Hamlet?

Roydon Hamlet 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 Roydon Hamlet?

The average property in and around Roydon Hamlet 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 Roydon Hamlet a deprived area?

Roydon Hamlet 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 Roydon Hamlet?

Roydon Hamlet is covered by the CM19 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Roydon Hamlet?

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

Where is the nearest train station to Roydon Hamlet?

The nearest railway station to Roydon Hamlet is Roydon Train Station, about 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

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