How much do houses cost in CO8 5AG?

The average property price in CO8 5AG is currently around £2.2M.

What is the population of CO8 5AG?

The population for the CO8 5AG area is approximately 377 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

COLCHESTER ROAD, CO8 5AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLCHESTER ROAD, CO8 5AG.

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Population

377

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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3/10

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4/10

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6/10

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3/10

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6/10

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2/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CO8 5AG's low deprivation rank, 71% ownership, and £2.2M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £2.2M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO8 5AG is a mixed residential area on Colchester Road, 0.7km from Mount Bures in Braintree. Administratively it sits within Stour Valley South ward and the Braintree constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: Prices average £2.2M.

Census 2021 statistics for CO8 5AG are sourced from Output Area E00173996 (shared with 20 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 CO8 5AG. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%

Asian / British Asian0.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

43%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 2,250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 2,250,000

school Local Schools

Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good195 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Three Horseshoes0.9 km
The Eight Bells PH0.8 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Rose's General Store1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bures1.0 km
Chappel & Wakes Colne4.6 km
Sudbury Suffolk8.5 km

Bus Stops

Hall Road0.1 km
Hall Road0.1 km