Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

BRIDGE STREET, CM8 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGE STREET, CM8 1AJ.

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Population

274

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 46,800 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM8 1AJ 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.

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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CM8 1AJ's 56% ownership and 45-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 12.5% year-on-year.

home £162,500 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CM8 1AJ is a safe, established residential area on Bridge Street, 1.2km from Chipping Hill in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham South ward and the Witham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £162k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 12.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00108838 (shared with 7 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 CM8 1AJ. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 150,000

4 sales · Mean £ 147,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CM8 1AJ has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences78
Criminal damage and arson21
Public order19
Anti-social behaviour17
Burglary14

school Local Schools

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Maltings Academy

Outstanding949 pupils0.2 km
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Howbridge Infant School

Good250 pupils0.4 km
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Howbridge Church of England Junior School

Requires Improvement336 pupils0.4 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good208 pupils0.6 km
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Chipping Hill Primary School

Outstanding420 pupils1.0 km
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Powers Hall Academy

Requires Improvement262 pupils1.4 km
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Acorn Academy

Good268 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Lidl0.1 km
  • Nisa Witham0.7 km
  • Bex Bakes1.0 km
  • Ahabazaar Ltd0.8 km
  • Witham Service Station0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Cross Keys0.8 km
  • RAFA Club0.1 km
  • Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour0.6 km
  • The Swan0.2 km
  • Witham Town Football And Social Club0.8 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • Crafty Bear Kitchen0.2 km
  • Ifraaz0.3 km
  • Mama Dell's Cafe0.6 km
  • Thai Cottage0.2 km
  • Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.5 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Asda0.9 km
  • Spar Witham0.8 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Eastern Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Mo's Peri Peri0.7 km
  • The Witham House0.2 km
  • Tommy Tuckers0.6 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The White Hart Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Witham1.2 km
  • Hatfield Peverel3.4 km
  • White Notley5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Mill Lane0.1 km
  • Hatfield Road0.1 km
  • Hatfield Road0.1 km
  • Bridge Hospital0.2 km
  • Spinks Lane0.2 km