CO9 1BJ is a safe, established residential area on Tidings Hill in Halstead (Braintree). Administratively it sits within Halstead Trinity ward and the Braintree constituency.
For families considering a move, CO9 1BJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.
Census 2021 statistics for CO9 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00108664 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TIDINGS HILL, CO9 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TIDINGS HILL, CO9 1BJ.
310
46
£ 39,000 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO9 1BJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
CO9 1BJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO9 1BJ. The average age is 45.8. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 275,000
1 sales · Mean £ 275,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO9 1BJ has low crime rates — 28 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
Richard de Clare Community Academy
Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead
The Ramsey Academy, Halstead
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Community Fridge0.7 km
- Hards1.0 km
- MFG Halstead0.9 km
- Mount Hill Garage0.7 km
- PVM Fruit & Veg0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Halstead Royal British Legion Club0.7 km
- Halstead Town Football Club1.0 km
- The White Hart1.0 km
- Three Pigeons0.7 km
- Courtauld Halstead Bowls Club0.4 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Greggs PLC0.9 km
- Phoenix Arizona0.9 km
- Torsbeanie Corner Cafe0.8 km
- Water Lily0.9 km
- Cinnamon Tree1.0 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- East Of England Co-op0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- East Of England Co-op0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Blossom0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Halstead BBQ0.9 km
- The Hook Of Halstead0.8 km
- Buzy Beanz Bistro0.8 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bull Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chappel & Wakes Colne8.5 km
- Braintree8.7 km
- Braintree Freeport8.8 km
Bus Stops
- Parker Way0.1 km
- Parker Way0.1 km
- Lock Road0.2 km
- Lock Road0.2 km
- White Horse Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CO91BJ · Data under Open Government Licence