Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

GRACES CLOSE, CM8 1QH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRACES CLOSE, CM8 1QH.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 49,000 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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7/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

CM8 1QH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £365k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

CM8 1QH is a safe, established residential area on Graces Close in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham South ward and the Witham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM8, CM8 1QH offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 87% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £365k.

Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1QH are sourced from Output Area E00108826 (shared with 5 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 1QH. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%
Asian / British Asian2.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.9%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 365,000

1 sales · Mean £ 365,000

Semi-Detached

£ 305,000

1 sales · Mean £ 305,000

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

CM8 1QH has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences35
Vehicle crime12
Anti-social behaviour9
Other theft9
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Howbridge Church of England Junior School

Requires Improvement336 pupils0.3 km
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Howbridge Infant School

Good250 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 pupils0.8 km
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Maltings Academy

Outstanding949 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Bex Bakes0.6 km
  • Ahabazaar Ltd0.9 km
  • Witham Service Station0.9 km
  • McColls0.4 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Cross Keys0.2 km
  • RAFA Club0.6 km
  • The Swan0.9 km
  • Witham Cricket Club0.8 km
  • Witham Hockey Club0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Crafty Bear Kitchen0.9 km
  • Ifraaz0.9 km
  • Mama Dell's Cafe0.4 km
  • Thai Cottage0.9 km
  • Benton Hall Leisure Centre And Creche0.8 km
  • + 4 more
local_grocery_store

Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Spar Witham0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • The Witham House0.9 km
  • UK Fish Bar0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Witham1.8 km
  • Hatfield Peverel3.3 km
  • White Notley6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Howbridge Road0.1 km
  • Howbridge Road0.1 km
  • Saul's Avenue0.2 km
  • Saul's Avenue0.2 km
  • Elgar Drive0.3 km