CO9 1BU is a safe, established residential area on Rayner Way in Halstead (Braintree). Administratively it sits within Halstead Trinity ward and the Braintree constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £295k.
Census 2021 statistics for CO9 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00108656 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAYNER WAY, CO9 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAYNER WAY, CO9 1BU.
394
41
£ 39,000 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates CO9 1BU — age 41, 76% ownership, 17% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 1BU. The average age is 40.9. 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 settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 275,000
4 sales · Mean £ 282,500
Semi-Detached
£ 310,000
2 sales · Mean £ 310,000
Terraced
£ 266,000
4 sales · Mean £ 262,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO9 1BU has low crime rates — 25 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
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Halstead
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Community Fridge0.4 km
- Hards0.6 km
- MFG Halstead0.6 km
- Mount Hill Garage0.7 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 Club0.7 km
- The Co-operative Food0.7 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Greggs PLC0.6 km
- Meow Cat Cafe Essex Ltd0.7 km
- Phoenix Arizona0.5 km
- The Curry Cottage0.8 km
- The Little Book Cafe0.7 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- East Of England Co-op0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- East Of England Co-op0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Blossom0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Halstead BBQ0.5 km
- Jubilee Takeaway0.7 km
- The Hook Of Halstead0.5 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bull Hotel0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chappel & Wakes Colne8.6 km
- Braintree8.9 km
- Braintree Freeport9.1 km
Bus Stops
- Parker Way0.2 km
- Parker Way0.2 km
- Lock Road0.3 km
- Lock Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CO91BU · Data under Open Government Licence