CM8 2ZQ is a safe, established residential area on Turner Gardens, 1.2km from Rivenhall in Braintree. Administratively it sits within Silver End & Cressing ward and the Witham constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. A balanced community with an average age of 35 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £376k.
Census 2021 statistics for CM8 2ZQ are sourced from Output Area E00108499 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TURNER GARDENS, CM8 2ZQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TURNER GARDENS, CM8 2ZQ.
495
35
£ 45,300 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM8 2ZQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CM8 2ZQ's 67% ownership and 35-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £376k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM8 2ZQ. The average age is 35.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 309,995
7 sales · Mean £ 313,567
Detached
£ 454,997
6 sales · Mean £ 445,996
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM8 2ZQ has low crime rates — 23 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
Chatten Free School
New Rickstones Academy
Elm Hall Primary School
Templars Academy
Rivenhall Church of England Primary School
Southview School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- One Stop Stores Ltd0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Pickles Playhouse1.0 km
- Rivenhall Oaks Golf Centre0.5 km
- The Foyer1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Little Elms PH0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Lee Garden0.8 km
- Little India0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham1.3 km
- Kelvedon4.4 km
- White Notley4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Lime Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CM82ZQ · Data under Open Government Licence