CO9 1DA is a safe, established residential area within the CO9 district of 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. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for CO9 1DA are sourced from Output Area E00108668 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CO9 1DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CO9 1DA.
300
43
£ 39,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO9 1DA 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 1DA is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 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 1DA. The average age is 43.3. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO9 1DA has low crime rates — 33 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
The Ramsey Academy, Halstead
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Halstead
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Community Fridge0.3 km
- Hards0.5 km
- MFG Halstead0.1 km
- Mount Hill Garage0.5 km
- PVM Fruit & Veg0.3 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Dog Inn0.6 km
- Halstead Conservative Club0.5 km
- Halstead Royal British Legion Club0.3 km
- Halstead Town Football Club0.3 km
- The Co-operative Food0.8 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Greggs PLC0.3 km
- Meow Cat Cafe Essex Ltd0.6 km
- Phoenix Arizona0.3 km
- The Curry Cottage0.7 km
- The Little Book Cafe0.6 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- East Of England Co-op0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- East Of England Co-op0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Blossom0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Halstead BBQ0.3 km
- Jubilee Takeaway0.8 km
- The Hook Of Halstead0.4 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bull Hotel0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chappel & Wakes Colne9.0 km
- Braintree9.1 km
- Braintree Freeport9.3 km
Bus Stops
- Halstead Park0.0 km
- Halstead Park0.1 km
- Monklands Court0.1 km
- Butler Road Car Park0.2 km
- Bird in Hand0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CO91DA · Data under Open Government Licence