Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

RAMSEY ROAD, CO9 1AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAMSEY ROAD, CO9 1AU.

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Population

254

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 39,000 /yr

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Employed

64%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

CO9 1AU is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 7.8% year-on-year.

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

CO9 1AU is a safe, established residential area on Ramsey Road in Halstead (Braintree). Administratively it sits within Halstead Trinity ward and the Braintree constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k, up 7.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CO9 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00108660 (shared with 8 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 CO9 1AU. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.2%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.0%

Economic Activity

64%Active
FT: 46%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 275,000

1 sales · Mean £ 275,000

Detached

£ 255,000

1 sales · Mean £ 255,000

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

CO9 1AU has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences64
Criminal damage and arson12
Vehicle crime9
Anti-social behaviour8
Public order8

school Local Schools

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Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead

Good206 pupils0.5 km
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Richard de Clare Community Academy

Good352 pupils0.9 km
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The Ramsey Academy, Halstead

Good793 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Community Fridge0.6 km
  • Hards0.9 km
  • MFG Halstead0.5 km
  • Mount Hill Garage0.1 km
  • PVM Fruit & Veg0.6 km
  • + 9 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Halstead Conservative Club0.9 km
  • Halstead Royal British Legion Club0.6 km
  • Halstead Town Football Club0.7 km
  • The White Hart0.9 km
  • Three Pigeons0.1 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Greggs PLC0.7 km
  • Meow Cat Cafe Essex Ltd0.9 km
  • Phoenix Arizona0.6 km
  • The Little Book Cafe1.0 km
  • Torsbeanie Corner Cafe0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • East Of England Co-op0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • East Of England Co-op0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Blossom0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Halstead BBQ0.6 km
  • The Hook Of Halstead0.7 km
  • Buzy Beanz Bistro0.6 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Bull Hotel0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Braintree8.7 km
  • Braintree Freeport8.8 km
  • Chappel & Wakes Colne9.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Ramsey Road0.1 km
  • Blamsters Crescent0.2 km
  • Mount Hill0.2 km
  • Mount Hill0.2 km
  • Blamsters Crescent0.2 km