Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

FAL DRIVE, CM8 1UF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAL DRIVE, CM8 1UF.

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Population

235

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 41,900 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM8 1UF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

CM8 1UF has a significant social housing presence — 58% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

CM8 1UF is a safe, established residential area on Fal Drive, 0.4km from Powers Hall End in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham West ward and the Witham constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CM8 1UF is 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. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 58% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £242k.

Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1UF are sourced from Output Area E00108851 (shared with 6 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 1UF. The average age is 45.4. 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 Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 242,500

2 sales · Mean £ 242,500

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

CM8 1UF has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences81
Shoplifting24
Public order18
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson12

school Local Schools

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Powers Hall Academy

Requires Improvement262 pupils0.2 km
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Acorn Academy

Good268 pupils0.2 km
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Maltings Academy

Outstanding949 pupils1.0 km
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Templars Academy

Good342 pupils1.2 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good208 pupils1.4 km
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Howbridge Infant School

Good250 pupils1.4 km
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Howbridge Church of England Junior School

Requires Improvement336 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Nk Off Licence0.8 km
  • Poundland0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Dean Fierheller T/A The Woolpack Inn0.9 km
  • Sir Charlie Lockrams Drinking Parlour0.8 km
  • The Railway0.8 km
  • The White Horse PH0.8 km
  • Witham Town Football And Social Club0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Muscavado0.9 km
  • Turquoise Turkish Restaurant0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Asda0.3 km
  • East Of England Co-op0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Kens Jerk Kitchen0.8 km
  • Pop In0.8 km
  • Spa Fish & Chips0.2 km
  • Tommy Tuckers1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Witham1.1 km
  • Hatfield Peverel3.5 km
  • White Notley4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Hamble Close0.1 km
  • Spa Road0.2 km
  • Bure Drive0.2 km
  • Brent Close0.2 km
  • Spa Road0.2 km