Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

TIDINGS HILL, CO9 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TIDINGS HILL, CO9 1BQ.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 39,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO9 1BQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CO9 1BQ spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. £439k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

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

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CO9, CO9 1BQ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £439k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO9 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00108664 (shared with 9 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 1BQ. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 439,000

3 sales · Mean £ 418,000

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

CO9 1BQ has low crime rates — 17 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.

Violence and sexual offences29
Public order7
Anti-social behaviour6
Burglary5
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Richard de Clare Community Academy

Good352 pupils0.9 km
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Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead

Good206 pupils1.1 km
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The Ramsey Academy, Halstead

Good793 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Community Fridge0.9 km
  • Mount Hill Garage0.8 km
  • PVM Fruit & Veg1.0 km
  • Halstead Icing1.0 km
  • The Candy Cottage1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Halstead Royal British Legion Club0.9 km
  • Three Pigeons0.7 km
  • Courtauld Halstead Bowls Club0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Phoenix Arizona1.0 km
  • Torsbeanie Corner Cafe1.0 km
  • Costa Coffee1.0 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • East Of England Co-op0.4 km
  • East Of England Co-op1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Halstead BBQ1.0 km
  • The Hook Of Halstead1.0 km
  • Buzy Beanz Bistro1.0 km
  • Subway1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Bull Hotel1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Braintree8.5 km
  • Chappel & Wakes Colne8.6 km
  • Braintree Freeport8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • White Horse Avenue0.1 km
  • White Horse Avenue0.1 km
  • Parker Way0.2 km
  • Parker Way0.2 km
  • Lock Road0.3 km