Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

BOWMANS PARK, CO9 3DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOWMANS PARK, CO9 3DT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

226

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO9 3DT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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Area Character

With 48% social renting, CO9 3DT is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest. Property prices are trending up 47.1% year-on-year.

home £218,777 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO9 3DT is a sought-after residential area on Bowmans Park, 0.4km from Castle Hedingham in Castle Hedingham. Administratively it sits within Hedingham ward and the Braintree constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CO9 3DT is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £218k, up 47.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CO9 3DT are sourced from Output Area E00108684 (shared with 3 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 3DT. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 262,500

6 sales · Mean £ 265,416

Flat

£ 178,500

4 sales · Mean £ 181,750

Detached

£ 195,000

1 sales · Mean £ 195,000

Semi-Detached

£ 270,000

3 sales · Mean £ 269,000

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

CO9 3DT has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Other theft3
Vehicle crime3
Burglary1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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de Vere Primary School

Inadequate195 pupils0.2 km
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Hedingham School and Sixth Form

Good1151 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Castle Hedingham Village Shop0.4 km
  • Colne Valley Railway0.8 km
  • Shell Hedingham0.5 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Castle View Rooms0.1 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Castle Hedingham Bowls Club0.6 km
  • The Bell Inn0.4 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Hedingham Castle0.5 km
  • Memories Of Chinatown0.8 km
  • The Old Moot House Restaurant0.7 km
  • The Mansion House (kitchen)0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sudbury Suffolk10.7 km
  • Bures12.2 km
  • Braintree13.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Bowmans Park0.1 km
  • Bowmans Park0.1 km
  • Nunnery Street0.4 km
  • Nunnery Street0.4 km
  • The Bell0.4 km