Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

CO9 3JJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CO9 3JJ.

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

281

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /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: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

CO9 3JJ is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 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.

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

CO9 3JJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Swan Street in Sible Hedingham. Administratively it sits within Hedingham ward and the Braintree constituency.

For families considering a move, CO9 3JJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CO9 3JJ are sourced from Output Area E00108702 (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 3JJ. The average age is 48.6. 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 Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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

CO9 3JJ has low crime rates — 18 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 offences18
Other theft16
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order5
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Sible Hedingham

Good216 pupils0.3 km
S

Hedingham School and Sixth Form

Good1151 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Swan Service Station0.5 km
  • Premier Convenience Store0.5 km
  • The Downey's0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Sible Hedingham Sports And Social Club0.9 km
  • The White Lion0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • East Of England Co-op0.4 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Limes0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Corner Cafe0.3 km
  • Village Chicken0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Bodrum Kebab0.8 km
  • Hedingham Chippy0.3 km
  • Mahdee0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Braintree11.3 km
  • Braintree Freeport11.8 km
  • Sudbury Suffolk12.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Recreation Road0.0 km
  • Warburton Avenue0.1 km
  • Alexandra Road0.3 km
  • Alexandra Road0.3 km
  • The Swan0.3 km