CO9 2RT is a mixed residential area on Oak Road, 1.1km from Little Maplestead in Braintree. Administratively it sits within Stour Valley South ward and the Braintree constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CO9, CO9 2RT offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Prices average £960k.
Census 2021 statistics for CO9 2RT are sourced from Output Area E00108691 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAK ROAD, CO9 2RT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAK ROAD, CO9 2RT.
257
46
£ 50,600 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO9 2RT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CO9 2RT combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£960k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £960k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO9 2RT. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 960,000
2 sales · Mean £ 960,000
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Retreat0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bures8.1 km
- Chappel & Wakes Colne8.7 km
- Sudbury Suffolk9.7 km
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Postcode Profile: CO92RT · Data under Open Government Licence