Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

LEATHER LANE, CO9 4HY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEATHER LANE, CO9 4HY.

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

240

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 47,700 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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5/10
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1/10
workEmployment
8/10
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4/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CO9 4HY's 65% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

home £228,750 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO9 4HY is a safe, established residential area on Leather Lane, 0.2km from Great Yeldham in Great Yeldham. Administratively it sits within Yeldham ward and the Braintree constituency.

For families considering a move, CO9 4HY represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £228k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO9 4HY are sourced from Output Area E00108870 (shared with 18 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 4HY. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.8%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.5%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 237,500

5 sales · Mean £ 232,600

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

CO9 4HY has low crime rates — 29 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 offences27
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order4
Criminal damage and arson4
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Great Yeldham

Good133 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Post Office Stores0.2 km
  • Gable Stores (Londis)0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The White Hart0.6 km
  • The Three Bottles0.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Kabin Cafe0.1 km
  • Hilton Valley Kitchen0.7 km
  • Sugondha Indian Takeaway0.1 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Waggon And Horses0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sudbury Suffolk11.8 km
  • Bures14.9 km
  • Braintree15.7 km

Bus Stops

  • The Green0.1 km
  • The Green0.1 km
  • Toppesfield Road0.5 km
  • Toppesfield Road0.5 km