Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

ELM WALK, CM77 6ES House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELM WALK, CM77 6ES.

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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

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 40, CM77 6ES has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £353k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 14.5% year-on-year.

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

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

For families considering a move, CM77 6ES represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 £353k, down 14.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CM77 6ES 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 6ES. 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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 312,500

16 sales · Mean £ 320,781

Terraced

£ 389,000

3 sales · Mean £ 359,166

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

CM77 6ES 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 Office0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Swan0.4 km
  • The Welsh Princess0.1 km
  • 47 Bar & Restaurant0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Voujon Indian Restaurant0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Booking Hall0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Braintree3.4 km
  • Braintree Freeport4.2 km
  • Cressing5.6 km

Bus Stops

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