Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

WEST ROAD, CO9 1EH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST ROAD, CO9 1EH.

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Population

270

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 39,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO9 1EH 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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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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Area Character

CO9 1EH has a significant social housing presence — 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

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

An affordable area with active regeneration, CO9 1EH is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £260k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO9 1EH are sourced from Output Area E00108658 (shared with 6 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 1EH. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

1 sales · Mean £ 260,000

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

CO9 1EH has low crime rates — 30 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 offences96
Anti-social behaviour24
Criminal damage and arson15
Public order15
Vehicle crime15

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 pupils0.6 km
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The Ramsey Academy, Halstead

Good793 pupils1.2 km
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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Halstead

Good218 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Community Fridge0.4 km
  • Hards0.6 km
  • MFG Halstead0.4 km
  • Mount Hill Garage0.4 km
  • PVM Fruit & Veg0.4 km
  • + 9 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Dog Inn0.9 km
  • Halstead Conservative Club0.7 km
  • Halstead Royal British Legion Club0.3 km
  • Halstead Town Football Club0.6 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.8 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Greggs PLC0.5 km
  • Meow Cat Cafe Essex Ltd0.7 km
  • Phoenix Arizona0.4 km
  • The Curry Cottage0.9 km
  • The Little Book Cafe0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • East Of England Co-op0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • East Of England Co-op0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Blossom0.5 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Halstead BBQ0.4 km
  • Jubilee Takeaway0.8 km
  • The Hook Of Halstead0.5 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Bull Hotel0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chappel & Wakes Colne8.8 km
  • Braintree8.9 km
  • Braintree Freeport9.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Ramsey Road0.3 km
  • Lock Road0.3 km
  • Lock Road0.4 km
  • Parker Way0.4 km
  • Monklands Court0.4 km