Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

TURNER GARDENS, CM8 2ZQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TURNER GARDENS, CM8 2ZQ.

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Population

495

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 45,300 /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: 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.

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5/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British88.9%
Asian / British Asian3.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed6.0%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order4
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Chatten Free School

26 pupils0.9 km
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New Rickstones Academy

Good880 pupils1.1 km
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Elm Hall Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils1.1 km
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Templars Academy

Good342 pupils1.2 km
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Rivenhall Church of England Primary School

Good115 pupils1.2 km
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Southview School

Outstanding72 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Pickles Playhouse1.0 km
  • Rivenhall Oaks Golf Centre0.5 km
  • The Foyer1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Little Elms PH0.9 km
fastfood

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