Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

GILDA TERRACE, CM77 6RE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GILDA TERRACE, CM77 6RE.

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Population

333

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 54,900 /yr

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Employed

60%

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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9/10
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4/10
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6/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM77 6RE combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£279k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £279k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 14.7% year-on-year.

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

CM77 6RE is a sought-after residential area on Gilda Terrace, 1.0km from Braintree Green in Braintree. Administratively it sits within Braintree West ward and the Braintree constituency.

For serious buyers, CM77 6RE is a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 83% 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 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £279k, down 14.7% 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 CM77 6RE are sourced from Output Area E00108520 (shared with 9 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 6RE. The average age is 40.6. 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 Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 270,250

16 sales · Mean £ 269,125

Flat

£ 273,000

1 sales · Mean £ 273,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

CM77 6RE has low crime rates — 5 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 offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Requires Improvement410 pupils1.0 km
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The Edith Borthwick School

Good244 pupils1.2 km
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Notley Green Primary School

Good398 pupils1.3 km
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Rayne Primary and Nursery School

Good224 pupils1.3 km
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Tabor Academy

Good827 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Petrogas Group Uk Ltd (Applegreen And Subway)1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl UK1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Swan0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Braintree2.3 km
  • Braintree Freeport3.1 km
  • Cressing4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Gilda Terrace0.0 km
  • Gilda Terrace0.0 km
  • Nayling Road0.4 km
  • Nayling Road0.4 km