Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

THE STREET, CM77 8EL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE STREET, CM77 8EL.

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

338

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 46,300 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM77 8EL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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10/10
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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM77 8EL combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£563k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £563k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

CM77 8EL is a safe, established residential area on The Street, 0.6km from Blackwater Bridge in Bradwell (Braintree). Administratively it sits within Silver End & Cressing ward and the Witham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM77, CM77 8EL offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £563k.

Census 2021 statistics for CM77 8EL are sourced from Output Area E00108496 (shared with 35 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 8EL. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 480,000

4 sales · Mean £ 521,250

Semi-Detached

£ 397,500

2 sales · Mean £ 397,500

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

CM77 8EL has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft11
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs2
Possession of weapons1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Caesar At Dolphin0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Wadud's0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Braintree Freeport3.7 km
  • Cressing3.9 km
  • Braintree4.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Rectory Meadow0.0 km
  • Rectory Meadow0.1 km
  • The Swan0.2 km
  • The Swan0.2 km
  • Mill View0.4 km