Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

KINGS CHASE, CM8 1AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINGS CHASE, CM8 1AX.

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Population

226

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Avg Age

65

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Avg Income

£ 46,800 /yr

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Employed

20%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM8 1AX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates CM8 1AX — age 65, 61% ownership, 21% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (65) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

CM8 1AX is a mixed residential area on Kings Chase, 1.0km from Chipping Hill in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham Central ward and the Witham constituency.

For families considering a move, CM8 1AX represents a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 65) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 100 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £218k.

Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00108797 (shared with 12 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 1AX. The average age is 64.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.7%
Asian / British Asian5.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.5%

Economic Activity

20%Active
FT: 11%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 350,000

2 sales · Mean £ 350,000

Flat

£ 127,500

2 sales · Mean £ 127,500

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

Crime around CM8 1AX is above average at 100 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 offences93
Anti-social behaviour40
Public order32
Shoplifting32
Criminal damage and arson26

school Local Schools

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Maltings Academy

Outstanding949 pupils0.5 km
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Howbridge Church of England Junior School

Requires Improvement336 pupils0.6 km
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Howbridge Infant School

Good250 pupils0.7 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good208 pupils0.9 km
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Chipping Hill Primary School

Outstanding420 pupils1.4 km
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Powers Hall Academy

Requires Improvement262 pupils1.4 km
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Acorn Academy

Good268 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Lidl0.4 km
  • Ahabazaar Ltd0.6 km
  • Witham Service Station0.3 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.4 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Cross Keys1.0 km
  • RAFA Club0.4 km
  • Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour0.4 km
  • The Railway0.9 km
  • The Swan0.1 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

27 nearby
  • Crafty Bear Kitchen0.1 km
  • Ifraaz0.1 km
  • Mama Dell's Cafe0.9 km
  • Thai Cottage0.1 km
  • Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.3 km
  • + 22 more
local_grocery_store

Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Asda0.9 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • The Witham House0.1 km
  • Tommy Tuckers0.9 km
  • UK Fish Bar0.1 km
  • Bikash Takeaway0.2 km
  • + 9 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The White Hart Hotel0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Witham0.9 km
  • Hatfield Peverel3.7 km
  • White Notley5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Mill Lane0.1 km
  • Newland Street0.1 km
  • Newland Street0.2 km
  • Mill Lane0.3 km
  • The George0.4 km