Trotwood Close is in Shenfield, Brentwood and in Brentwood district. CM15 8DU is located in the Shenfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brentwood and Ongar. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Trotwood Close, Shenfield, Brentwood, CM15 8DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM15 8HE, CM15 8DT, CM15 8DB, CM15 9AA, CM15 8ET, CM15 8ER, CM15 8EW, CM15 8EN, CM15 8DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM15 8DU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CM15 8DU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.3% | 23.6% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.3% | 67.5% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 23.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 3.7% | 4.1% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 3.4% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.2% | 65.9% | 11.7% | 48.4% | 17.5% |
| Good health | 38% | 27.2% | -10.8% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 6.7% | 6.6% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -6.1% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around CM15 8DU this area, 7.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.7% | 7.2% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 9.6% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 16.2% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 16.2% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 45% | 47.1% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 13.3% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 90% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.9% | 90% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 8.6% |
| Arab | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 88.8% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 1.4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 6.9% | 2.0% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.3% | 88.8% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 8.6% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.8% | 2.6% | -5.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 76.7% | 19.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 1.1% | 13.5% | -12.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.9% | 37.2% | -12.3% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Trotwood Close was 51.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.6% higher than the Hutton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Trotwood Close has the 24th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Hutton East and the 111th highest crime rate of 236 local areas in Brentwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Trotwood Close, Brentwood, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,215,000 | 2022-07-22 | £1,234,305 |
| 4 Trotwood Close, Brentwood, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £740,000 | 2008-05-09 | £1,351,821 |
| 2 Trotwood Close, Brentwood, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2006-07-28 | £1,299,713 |
| 3 Trotwood Close, Brentwood, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £715,000 | 2006-06-30 | £1,505,031 |
| 3 Trotwood Close, Brentwood, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2003-02-14 | £1,400,536 |
CM15 8DU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CM15 8DU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in CM15 8DU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenfield St. Mary's Church of England Primary School Hall Lane , Shenfield CM15 9AL | 4out of 4 | 641 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Junior School, Brentwood Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9BX | 3out of 4 | 678 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Church of England Aided Infant School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9BX | 4out of 4 | 678 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Catholic Junior School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9BY | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Catholic Infant School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9BY | 4out of 4 | 857 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Becket Keys Church of England Free School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9DA | 4out of 4 | 883 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentwood Ursuline Convent High School Queen's Road , CM14 4EX | 3out of 4 | 1,279 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brentwood County High School Seven Arches Road , CM14 4JF | 2out of 4 | 1,319 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shenfield High School Alexander Lane , Shenfield CM15 8RY | 3out of 4 | 1,900 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's School Brentwood Hanging Hill Lane , Hutton CM13 2HG | 3out of 4 | 2,381 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood School Middleton Hall Lane , CM15 8EE | - not rated | 496 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove House School Sawyers Hall Lane , CM15 9DA | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Endeavour Co-Operative Academy Hogarth Avenue , CM15 8BE | 3out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ursuline Preparatory School Great Ropers Lane, , Brentwood CM13 3HR | - not rated | 3,722 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Hutton Manor 428 Rayleigh Rd , Brentwood CM13 1SD | - not rated | 4,179 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitie At Brentwood Community Hospital | Brentwood Community Hospital, Crescent Drive | 305 yd | |
| Merrymeade Tearoom | Merrymeade House, Merrymeade Chase | 457 yd | |
| Tandoori Nights | 29 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 623 yd | |
| On A Plate | 42 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 674 yd | |
| Foureighty Coffee Ltd | 80 Hutton Road, Shenfield | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Green Dragon | Ye Old Green Dragon, 112 Shenfield Road | 560 yd | |
| Brentwood County Cricket Club (CHATS) | County Cricket Ground, Shenfield Road | 624 yd | |
| Brentwood Tennis Club | County Cricket Ground, Shenfield Road | 624 yd | |
| The Hermit Club | The Hermitage, Shenfield Road | 793 yd | |
| Shenfield Cricket Club | Chelmsford Road, Shenfield | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty House | 73 Shenfield Road, Shenfield | 636 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza | 3 Ongar Road, Brentwood | 907 yd | |
| The Kitchen Express | 59 Ongar Road, Brentwood | 945 yd | |
| Ongar Road Fish Bar | 71 Ongar Road, Brentwood | 959 yd | |
| Ongar Road Fish Bar | 71 Ongar Road, Brentwood | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 51 William Hunter Way, Brentwood | 1,081 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brentwood Sports Ground THE COACH HOUSE THE COACH HOUSE MERRYMEADE CHASE | grass pitches | 399 yd |
| Brentwood Cricket Club COUNTY CRICKET GROUND COUNTY CRICKET GROUND SHENFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Brentwood School Sports Centre MILL HILL HOUSE MILL HILL HOUSE MIDDLETON HALL LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 774 yd |
| St Thomas Of Canterbury Junior School ST THOMAS OF CANTERBURY C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL ST THOMAS OF CANTERBURY C OF E PRIMARY SCHOOL SAWYERS HALL LANE | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| Shenfield Cricket Club CHELMSFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 876 yd |
| St Helens School SAWYERS HALL LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 962 yd |
| Great Danes Yfc SPORTS GROUND ADJACENT ST HELENS SCHOOL SPORTS GROUND ADJACENT ST HELENS SCHOOL SAWYERS HALL LANE | grass pitches | 974 yd |
| Becket Keys Church Of England School SAWYERS HALL LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,050 yd |
| Becket Keys Church Of England School Playing Fields SAWYERS HALL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,050 yd |
| Hutton And Shenfield U.C. Lawn Tennis Club ROUNDWOOD AVENUE | tennis courts | 1,080 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.