Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

PRIOR CLOSE, CO9 1AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIOR CLOSE, CO9 1AX.

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Population

316

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 39,000 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO9 1AX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 42, CO9 1AX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 1AX is a safe, established residential area on Prior Close in Halstead (Braintree). Administratively it sits within Halstead Trinity ward and the Braintree constituency.

For families considering a move, CO9 1AX represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £301k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO9 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00108662 (shared with 8 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 1AX. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 320,000

1 sales · Mean £ 320,000

Terraced

£ 282,500

1 sales · Mean £ 282,500

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

CO9 1AX has low crime rates — 22 incidents 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 offences55
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson10
Vehicle crime8
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead

Good206 pupils0.6 km
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Richard de Clare Community Academy

Good352 pupils1.0 km
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The Ramsey Academy, Halstead

Good793 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Community Fridge0.7 km
  • Hards1.0 km
  • MFG Halstead0.6 km
  • Mount Hill Garage0.1 km
  • PVM Fruit & Veg0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Halstead Conservative Club1.0 km
  • Halstead Royal British Legion Club0.7 km
  • Halstead Town Football Club0.8 km
  • The White Hart1.0 km
  • Three Pigeons0.1 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Greggs PLC0.8 km
  • Phoenix Arizona0.7 km
  • Torsbeanie Corner Cafe0.8 km
  • Water Lily0.7 km
  • Cinnamon Tree1.0 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • East Of England Co-op0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • East Of England Co-op0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Blossom0.7 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Halstead BBQ0.7 km
  • The Hook Of Halstead0.8 km
  • Buzy Beanz Bistro0.7 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Bull Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Braintree8.6 km
  • Braintree Freeport8.7 km
  • Chappel & Wakes Colne9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Blamsters Crescent0.1 km
  • Mount Hill0.1 km
  • Mount Hill0.1 km
  • Blamsters Crescent0.1 km
  • Ramsey Road0.1 km