Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

MALTINGS LANE, CM8 1AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALTINGS LANE, CM8 1AN.

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Population

358

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 46,800 /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: CM8 1AN 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.

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8/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

CM8 1AN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £391k, 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £391k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

CM8 1AN is a sought-after residential area on Maltings Lane in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham South ward and the Witham constituency.

For serious buyers, CM8 1AN is a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The 31 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 76% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £391k. 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 CM8 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00173963 (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 CM8 1AN. The average age is 30.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.9%
Asian / British Asian6.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

Detached

£ 391,625

2 sales · Mean £ 391,625

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

CM8 1AN has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences90
Burglary11
Anti-social behaviour8
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good208 pupils0.1 km
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Chipping Hill Primary School

Outstanding420 pupils0.4 km
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Howbridge Infant School

Good250 pupils0.4 km
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Howbridge Church of England Junior School

Requires Improvement336 pupils0.6 km
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Maltings Academy

Outstanding949 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Limited0.6 km
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Nisa Witham0.4 km
  • Bex Bakes0.5 km
  • McColls0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Cross Keys0.6 km
  • RAFA Club0.6 km
  • The Swan0.9 km
  • Witham Town Football And Social Club1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Crafty Bear Kitchen0.9 km
  • Ifraaz0.9 km
  • Mama Dell's Cafe0.2 km
  • Saxon Arms0.6 km
  • Thai Cottage0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Spar Witham0.1 km
  • The Co-operative0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Eastern Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • Mo's Peri Peri0.4 km
  • The Witham House0.9 km
  • Tommy Tuckers0.5 km
  • UK Fish Bar0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Witham1.9 km
  • Hatfield Peverel2.7 km
  • White Notley5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Town End Field0.1 km
  • Maltings Lane0.1 km
  • Maltings Lane0.1 km
  • Shortridge Court0.2 km
  • Shortridge Court0.3 km