CO9 1AY is a safe, established residential area on Bourchier Way in Halstead (Braintree). Administratively it sits within Halstead Trinity ward and the Braintree constituency.
For families considering a move, CO9 1AY represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
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 £285k.
Census 2021 statistics for CO9 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00108660 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOURCHIER WAY, CO9 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOURCHIER WAY, CO9 1AY.
254
44
£ 39,000 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CO9 1AY is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO9 1AY. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 249,995
3 sales · Mean £ 251,998
Terraced
£ 248,000
5 sales · Mean £ 240,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO9 1AY has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead
Richard de Clare Community Academy
The Ramsey Academy, Halstead
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Community Fridge0.7 km
- Hards0.9 km
- MFG Halstead0.6 km
- Mount Hill Garage0.1 km
- PVM Fruit & Veg0.7 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Halstead Conservative Club0.9 km
- Halstead Royal British Legion Club0.6 km
- Halstead Town Football Club0.8 km
- The White Hart0.9 km
- Three Pigeons0.1 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Greggs PLC0.8 km
- Phoenix Arizona0.7 km
- Torsbeanie Corner Cafe0.7 km
- Water Lily0.6 km
- Cinnamon Tree1.0 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- East Of England Co-op0.3 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- East Of England Co-op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Blossom0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Halstead BBQ0.7 km
- The Hook Of Halstead0.7 km
- Buzy Beanz Bistro0.7 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bull Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Braintree8.6 km
- Braintree Freeport8.8 km
- Chappel & Wakes Colne9.1 km
Bus Stops
- Blamsters Crescent0.1 km
- Ramsey Road0.1 km
- Mount Hill0.2 km
- Mount Hill0.2 km
- Blamsters Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CO91AY · Data under Open Government Licence