Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

ADAMS CROFT, CM8 1ZB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ADAMS CROFT, CM8 1ZB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

329

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 46,800 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM8 1ZB 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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4/10
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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

CM8 1ZB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £554k, 82% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £554k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 2.7% year-on-year.

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

CM8 1ZB is a safe, established residential area on Adams Croft in Witham. Administratively it sits within Witham South ward and the Witham constituency.

For serious buyers, CM8 1ZB is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 28 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 82% 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £554k, down 2.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CM8 1ZB are sourced from Output Area E00188081 (shared with 11 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 1ZB. The average age is 28.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British77.9%
Asian / British Asian8.0%
Black / African / Caribbean8.9%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: Characterized by young property owners. A vibrant neighborhood where early-career professionals are getting on the housing ladder.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 554,995

10 sales · Mean £ 561,095

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

CM8 1ZB has low crime rates — 34 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.

Violence and sexual offences46
Anti-social behaviour12
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Chipping Hill Primary School

Outstanding420 pupils0.6 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good208 pupils0.7 km
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Howbridge Infant School

Good250 pupils1.1 km
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Maltings Academy

Outstanding949 pupils1.1 km
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Howbridge Church of England Junior School

Requires Improvement336 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Limited0.4 km
  • Nisa Witham0.6 km
  • Bex Bakes0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Mama Dell's Cafe0.9 km
  • Saxon Arms0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Spar Witham0.6 km
  • The Co-operative0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Eastern Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Mo's Peri Peri0.6 km
  • The Dessert Club Essex0.6 km
  • Tommy Tuckers0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hatfield Peverel2.1 km
  • Witham2.3 km
  • White Notley5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Allectus Way0.3 km
  • Lodge Farm0.3 km
  • Lodge Farm0.3 km
  • Owers Road0.4 km
  • Owers Road0.4 km