CM9 4AU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wood Road, 0.5km from Broad Street Green in Maldon. Administratively it sits within Heybridge West ward and the Maldon constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CM9 4AU is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £287k, down 8.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CM9 4AU are sourced from Output Area E00180520 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOOD ROAD, CM9 4AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD ROAD, CM9 4AU.
279
46
£ 45,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM9 4AU 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.
Area Character
CM9 4AU has a significant social housing presence — 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 8.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM9 4AU. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 260,000
4 sales · Mean £ 257,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM9 4AU has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Heybridge Primary School
Mid Essex Co-Operative Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Heybridge General Store0.7 km
- Paul's Express0.8 km
- John Pocock0.5 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Le Bouchon Brasserie And Hotel0.9 km
- Hanson House1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Heybridge Inn0.8 km
- Maltsters Arms0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Heybridge Tandoori0.7 km
- The Breakfast Bar Cafe0.7 km
- White Label Detroit Pizza0.7 km
- Bengal Tiger0.9 km
- Crispy Bacon Cafe0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.7 km
- East Of England Co-op0.6 km
- East Of England Co-Op0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Causeway Street Food0.9 km
- Mei Kwong0.8 km
- New Inn0.7 km
- Paul's Plaice0.7 km
- The Best Kebab0.7 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham7.5 km
- Hatfield Peverel7.8 km
- Kelvedon10.5 km
Bus Stops
- Ash Grove0.0 km
- Ash Grove0.0 km
- Brewster House0.2 km
- Brewster House0.2 km
- Scylla Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CM94AU · Data under Open Government Licence