Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

LINK ROAD, CO9 1AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LINK ROAD, CO9 1AR.

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Population

338

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 39,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO9 1AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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8/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

CO9 1AR is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

CO9 1AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Link Road in Halstead (Braintree). Administratively it sits within Halstead Trinity ward and the Braintree constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CO9 1AR 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. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 33% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

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 £290k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for CO9 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00108655 (shared with 23 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 CO9 1AR. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 277,500

4 sales · Mean £ 273,750

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

CO9 1AR has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences48
Vehicle crime10
Anti-social behaviour9
Public order8
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead

Good206 pupils0.8 km
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Richard de Clare Community Academy

Good352 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Community Fridge0.8 km
  • MFG Halstead0.8 km
  • Mount Hill Garage0.3 km
  • PVM Fruit & Veg0.9 km
  • Q D Stores1.0 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Halstead Royal British Legion Club0.8 km
  • Halstead Town Football Club1.0 km
  • Three Pigeons0.4 km
  • Courtauld Halstead Bowls Club0.1 km
  • Courtyard Tap0.9 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Greggs PLC0.9 km
  • Phoenix Arizona0.9 km
  • Torsbeanie Corner Cafe0.9 km
  • Water Lily0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • East Of England Co-op0.1 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • East Of England Co-op0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Blossom0.9 km
  • Halstead BBQ0.9 km
  • The Hook Of Halstead0.9 km
  • Buzy Beanz Bistro0.9 km
  • Riverside Fish Bar0.9 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Bull Hotel0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Braintree8.4 km
  • Braintree Freeport8.6 km
  • Chappel & Wakes Colne9.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Conies Road0.1 km
  • Conies Road0.1 km
  • Mount Hill0.2 km
  • Tweed Close0.2 km
  • Mount Hill0.2 km