Notley Road is in Braintree and in Braintree district. CM7 1HL is located in the Braintree West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Notley Road, Braintree, CM7 1HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM7 1XN, CM7 1HB, CM7 1GS, CM7 1JQ, CM7 1HG, CM7 1AA, CM7 1XW, CM7 1AN, CM7 1JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM7 1HL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 54.4% | 6.1% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 51.7% | 45.6% | -6.1% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.4% | 35.5% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.4% | 33.6% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -10.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 17.1% | 18.2% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 9.1% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 11.4% | 6.6% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.3% | 38.8% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 34.1% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 18.6% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 8.5% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 CM7 1HL this area, 33% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.1% | 33% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 14.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 16.3% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 12.2% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 16.3% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.9% | 14% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -19.8% |
| Other | 7.1% | 4.1% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.9% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 91.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.1% | 91.5% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 91.9% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.2% | 76.7% | -10.5% |
| Poland | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 28.8% | 13.5% | 15.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Notley Road was 73.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.2% lower than the Braintree Central & Beckers Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Notley Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Braintree Central & Beckers Green and the 129th highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 19.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 3 High Elms, 162 Notley Road, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2025-05-02 | £167,500 |
| Apartment 1 High Elms, 162 Notley Road, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2024-11-07 | £92,966 |
| Apartment 10 High Elms, 162 Notley Road, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2024-07-19 | £91,886 |
| Apartment 28 High Elms, 162 Notley Road, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2024-03-27 | £97,415 |
| Apartment 19 High Elms, 162 Notley Road, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2024-03-22 | £99,509 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CM7 1HL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Ray Junior School Notley Road , CM7 1HL | 1out of 4 | 265 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Ray Infant School Notley Road , CM7 1HL | 3out of 4 | 271 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Maple Avenue , CM7 2NS | 4out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notley Green Primary School Blickling Road , Great Notley CM77 7ZJ | 3out of 4 | 1,684 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree Gilchrist Way , CM7 2SY | 3out of 4 | 1,700 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form Notley Road , CM7 1WY | 3out of 4 | 360 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alec Hunter Academy Stubbs Lane , CM7 3NR | 3out of 4 | 1,873 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tabor Academy Panfield Lane , CM7 5XP | 3out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Edith Borthwick School Springwood Drive , CM7 2YN | 3out of 4 | 2,502 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dished / Legends Pool Club | 14 Silks Way, Braintree | 967 yd | |
| Lounge India | 53 South Street, Braintree | 1,006 yd | |
| Merchant Spice | 9 Fairfield Road, Braintree | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Picture Palace | Fairfield Road, Braintree | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masefield Takeaway | 41 Masefield Road, Braintree | 197 yd | |
| China Village | 7 Fairfield Road, Braintree | 1,045 yd | |
| Salamis Fish & Chips Shop | 18A Fairfield Road, Braintree | 1,069 yd | |
| Village Chicken And Pizza | 18 Fairfield Road, Braintree | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challis Lane Co-operative | 42 Challis Lane, Braintree | 178 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Notley Sports Centre Notley Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 369 yd |
| Riverside Swimming Pool (Closed) Notley Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 745 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 | 24.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 24.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 24.3% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.