# CM5 Ongar Analysis CM5 postcode district in Essex has recorded modest price appreciation with a 0.5% compound annual growth rate over five years, whilst rental growth outpaced capital growth at 5.4% annually. Population increased by 1.3% over the same period. The district scores 52.5 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, positioning it at the 65th percentile nationally. Currently classified as latent-stage gentrification, CM5 presents a rental-focused market profile rather than one driven by rapid capital gains. This divergence between rental and price growth patterns suggests investor interest may centre on yield generation through lettings rather than property appreciation.
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- 1Property prices up 0.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.3% per year
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What's changing in Ongar · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.6 points this month to 54/100, driven mainly by demand.
Ongar (CM5) common questions
Is Ongar up and coming?
Ongar (CM5) has a trajectory score of 54/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 27% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 2.6 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Ongar safe?
Ongar has a safety score of 78/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Ongar?
The average property price in Ongar (CM5) is £413k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Ongar?
The median monthly rent in Ongar (CM5) is £1,293 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Ongar?
Neighbouring postcode districts include South Ockendon (RM15), Brentwood (CM14), Bexley (DA5), Epping (CM16), Brentwood (CM15). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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