CM9 4AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Oak Road, 0.7km from Broad Street Green in Maldon. Administratively it sits within Heybridge West ward and the Maldon constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k.
Census 2021 statistics for CM9 4AX are sourced from Output Area E00111181 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAK ROAD, CM9 4AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAK ROAD, CM9 4AX.
359
47
£ 45,900 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM9 4AX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 47, CM9 4AX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM9 4AX. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 290,000
3 sales · Mean £ 295,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM9 4AX has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Heybridge Primary School
Mid Essex Co-Operative Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Heybridge General Store0.5 km
- Paul's Express0.7 km
- Jacobs Farm0.8 km
- John Pocock0.3 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Le Bouchon Brasserie And Hotel0.7 km
- Hanson House0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Heybridge Inn0.7 km
- Maltsters Arms0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Heybridge Tandoori0.5 km
- The Breakfast Bar Cafe0.5 km
- White Label Detroit Pizza0.5 km
- Bengal Tiger0.7 km
- Crispy Bacon Cafe0.7 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.5 km
- East Of England Co-op0.4 km
- East Of England Co-Op0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Causeway Street Food0.7 km
- Mei Kwong0.7 km
- New Inn0.5 km
- Paul's Plaice0.5 km
- The Best Kebab0.5 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Witham7.6 km
- Hatfield Peverel7.9 km
- North Fambridge10.7 km
Bus Stops
- Brewster House0.0 km
- Brewster House0.1 km
- Oak Road0.1 km
- Oak Road0.1 km
- Ash Grove0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM94AX · Data under Open Government Licence