Postcode Analysis Brentwood, East of England

THE PADDOCKS, CM4 0BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE PADDOCKS, CM4 0BQ.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 56,300 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CM4 0BQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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3/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

CM4 0BQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £736k, 69% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £736k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 10.8% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CM4 0BQ is a sought-after residential area on The Paddocks, 0.5km from Ingatestone in Ingatestone. Administratively it sits within Ingatestone, Fryerning and Mountnessing ward and the Brentwood and Ongar constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM4, CM4 0BQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £736k, down 10.8% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for CM4 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00109022 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM4 0BQ. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 787,500

10 sales · Mean £ 786,500

Semi-Detached

£ 595,000

9 sales · Mean £ 586,222

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CM4 0BQ has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order5
Burglary4
Other crime3

school Local Schools

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Ingatestone and Fryerning Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School

Good186 pupils0.4 km
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Anglo European School

Good1466 pupils0.6 km
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Ingatestone Infant School

Outstanding133 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Ingatestone & Fryerning Community Association0.6 km
  • The Bell0.3 km
  • Ingatestone Bowling Club0.6 km
  • The Star Inn0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Galvins Family Butchers0.4 km
  • Shadforth Pharmacy0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • The Ginger Tree0.3 km
  • Ingatestone Elim Church0.2 km
  • Nirvana Indian Cuisine0.4 km
  • Pastasciutta Ingatestone0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Budgens0.4 km
  • Co-Operative Stores Ltd0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Anchor Fish And Chips0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ingatestone0.1 km
  • Billericay5.0 km
  • Shenfield5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Ingatestone Rail Station0.1 km
  • Ingatestone Rail Station0.1 km
  • Alms Houses0.1 km
  • Alms Houses0.2 km
  • Market Place0.3 km