CO9 1BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Tweed Close in Halstead (Braintree). Administratively it sits within Halstead Trinity ward and the Braintree constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CO9 1BE 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 residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £133k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00108666 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TWEED CLOSE, CO9 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TWEED CLOSE, CO9 1BE.
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£ 39,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO9 1BE 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
With 53% social renting, CO9 1BE is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO9 1BE. The average age is 32.7. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 133,750
1 sales · Mean £ 133,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO9 1BE 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.
school Local Schools
Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead
Richard de Clare Community Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Community Fridge0.9 km
- MFG Halstead1.0 km
- Mount Hill Garage0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Halstead Royal British Legion Club0.9 km
- Three Pigeons0.6 km
- Courtauld Halstead Bowls Club0.1 km
- The Dorrington1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- East Of England Co-op0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bull Hotel1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- USA Fried Chicken1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Braintree8.3 km
- Braintree Freeport8.5 km
- Chappel & Wakes Colne8.9 km
Bus Stops
- Tweed Close0.0 km
- Conies Road0.1 km
- Ronald Road0.1 km
- Conies Road0.2 km
- White Horse Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CO91BE · Data under Open Government Licence