How much do houses cost in CO9 2RT?

The average property price in CO9 2RT is currently around £960k.

What is the population of CO9 2RT?

The population for the CO9 2RT area is approximately 257 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

OAK ROAD, CO9 2RT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAK ROAD, CO9 2RT.

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Population

257

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CO9 2RT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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8/10

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2/10

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7/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CO9 2RT combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£960k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £960k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO9 2RT is a mixed residential area on Oak Road, 1.1km from Little Maplestead in Braintree. Administratively it sits within Stour Valley South ward and the Braintree constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CO9, CO9 2RT offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Prices average £960k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO9 2RT are sourced from Output Area E00108691 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO9 2RT. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 960,000

2 sales · Mean £ 960,000

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

The Retreat0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bures8.1 km
Chappel & Wakes Colne8.7 km
Sudbury Suffolk9.7 km