CM4 9SX is a sought-after residential area on Petre Close, 0.4km from Heybridge in Ingatestone. Administratively it sits within Ingatestone, Fryerning and Mountnessing ward and the Brentwood and Ongar constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM4, CM4 9SX offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CM4 9SX are sourced from Output Area E00109028 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PETRE CLOSE, CM4 9SX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PETRE CLOSE, CM4 9SX.
305
50
£ 56,300 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM4 9SX 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.
Area Character
CM4 9SX is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM4 9SX. The average age is 50.3. 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 & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM4 9SX has low crime rates — 6 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
Ingatestone and Fryerning Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior School
Ingatestone Infant School
Anglo European School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Galvins Family Butchers1.0 km
- Heybridge News0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bell0.9 km
- The Star Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Ginger Tree0.9 km
- Henry's Coffee Bar Ltd0.9 km
- Ingatestone Elim Church0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ingatestone0.7 km
- Shenfield4.9 km
- Billericay5.0 km
Bus Stops
- The Leas0.1 km
- The Leas0.2 km
- Whadden Chase0.2 km
- Whadden Chase0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CM49SX · Data under Open Government Licence