Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

FOUNDRY WAY, CM77 6AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOUNDRY WAY, CM77 6AE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

458

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 54,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CM77 6AE's 71% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 27.0% year-on-year.

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

CM77 6AE is a sought-after residential area on Foundry Way, 0.7km from Duckend Green in Rayne. Administratively it sits within Rayne ward and the Braintree constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £303k, up 27.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CM77 6AE are sourced from Output Area E00108732 (shared with 18 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 CM77 6AE. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 310,000

9 sales · Mean £ 313,055

Flat

£ 210,000

13 sales · Mean £ 210,076

Detached

£ 370,000

5 sales · Mean £ 356,600

Terraced

£ 352,500

10 sales · Mean £ 344,000

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

CM77 6AE has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences21
Criminal damage and arson5
Vehicle crime4
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Rayne Primary and Nursery School

Good224 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Nasda Store0.1 km
  • Post Office0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Swan0.4 km
  • The Welsh Princess0.1 km
  • 47 Bar & Restaurant0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Voujon Indian Restaurant0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Booking Hall0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Braintree3.5 km
  • Braintree Freeport4.3 km
  • Cressing5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • The Welsh Princess0.1 km
  • The Cock0.1 km
  • The Welsh Princess0.1 km
  • The Cock0.2 km
  • The Swan0.3 km