Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

DRURY LANE, CO9 4SL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRURY LANE, CO9 4SL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

289

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 47,700 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. 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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8/10
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1/10
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3/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CO9 4SL's low deprivation rank, 60% ownership, and £799k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £799k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

CO9 4SL is a safe, established residential area on Drury Lane, 0.1km from Ridgewell in Ridgewell. Administratively it sits within Stour Valley North ward and the Braintree constituency.

For families considering a move, CO9 4SL represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £799k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO9 4SL are sourced from Output Area E00108787 (shared with 16 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 4SL. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

Detached

£ 624,999

2 sales · Mean £ 624,999

Semi-Detached

£ 353,750

2 sales · Mean £ 353,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

CO9 4SL has low crime rates — 12 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 offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Ridgewell Church of England Primary School

Good65 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • White Horse Inns B \& B0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Social White Horse0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sudbury Suffolk14.2 km
  • Bures18.1 km
  • Braintree18.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Mill Road Post Office0.2 km
  • Mill Road Post Office0.2 km
  • Church Lane0.2 km
  • Church Lane0.2 km
  • The Memorial0.3 km