CO9 1AZ is a safe, established residential area on Oxford Road in Halstead (Braintree). Administratively it sits within Halstead Trinity ward and the Braintree constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for CO9 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00108660 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OXFORD ROAD, CO9 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OXFORD ROAD, CO9 1AZ.
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 44, CO9 1AZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO9 1AZ. 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
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO9 1AZ has low crime rates — 34 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
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Halstead
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Community Fridge0.4 km
- Hards0.7 km
- MFG Halstead0.4 km
- Mount Hill Garage0.3 km
- PVM Fruit & Veg0.5 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Dog Inn0.9 km
- Halstead Conservative Club0.7 km
- Halstead Royal British Legion Club0.4 km
- Halstead Town Football Club0.6 km
- The Co-operative Food0.9 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Greggs PLC0.5 km
- Meow Cat Cafe Essex Ltd0.8 km
- Phoenix Arizona0.5 km
- The Curry Cottage1.0 km
- The Little Book Cafe0.8 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- East Of England Co-op0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- East Of England Co-op0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Blossom0.4 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- Halstead BBQ0.5 km
- Jubilee Takeaway0.9 km
- The Hook Of Halstead0.5 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bull Hotel0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Braintree8.8 km
- Braintree Freeport9.0 km
- Chappel & Wakes Colne9.0 km
Bus Stops
- Ramsey Road0.2 km
- Monklands Court0.2 km
- Blamsters Crescent0.3 km
- Halstead Park0.4 km
- Halstead Park0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CO91AZ · Data under Open Government Licence