Newton Close is in Braintree and in Braintree district. CM7 1JG 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 Newton Close, Braintree, CM7 1JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM7 1JB, CM7 1JF, CM7 1JQ, CM7 1JE, CM7 1JD, CM7 1XP, CM7 1XW, CM7 1XN, CM7 1JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM7 1JG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 51% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49% | 1.1% | 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 CM7 1JG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58% 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 | 26.7% | 27.2% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 58% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 13.8% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 7.4% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 42.5% | 43.2% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 39.2% | 38.9% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 15.3% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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.
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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 22.8% | 1.9% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 12% | -8.2% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 16.2% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.8% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 14.1% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 22.4% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 5.1% | 6.6% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 3.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 96% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 93.1% | 91.4% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 7.3% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 91.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.6% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Poland | 6.3% | 1.3% | 5.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newton Close was 86.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.9% higher than the Braintree South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newton Close has the 2nd highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Braintree South and the 101st highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Newton Close, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,500 | 2019-04-09 | £367,906 |
| 1 Newton Close, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2019-02-01 | £409,600 |
| 1 Newton Close, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2018-12-14 | £399,638 |
| 5 Newton Close, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2004-06-23 | £427,491 |
CM7 1JG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Ray Junior School Notley Road , CM7 1HL | 1out of 4 | 426 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Ray Infant School Notley Road , CM7 1HL | 3out of 4 | 433 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 | 1,278 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notley Green Primary School Blickling Road , Great Notley CM77 7ZJ | 3out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree Gilchrist Way , CM7 2SY | 3out of 4 | 1,617 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 | 423 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alec Hunter Academy Stubbs Lane , CM7 3NR | 3out of 4 | 2,042 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tabor Academy Panfield Lane , CM7 5XP | 3out of 4 | 2,049 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 | 2,379 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 | 915 yd | |
| Lounge India | 53 South Street, Braintree | 960 yd | |
| Merchant Spice | 9 Fairfield Road, Braintree | 1,003 yd | |
| The Holiday Inn Express | Panners Roundabout, Braintree | 1,030 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Notley Cross, Braintree | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King William IV PH | 114 London Road, Braintree | 995 yd | |
| The Picture Palace | Fairfield Road, Braintree | 1,003 yd | |
| Braintree Bowls Club | 29/31 Clare Road, Braintree | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masefield Takeaway | 41 Masefield Road, Braintree | 392 yd | |
| China Village | 7 Fairfield Road, Braintree | 1,007 yd | |
| Salamis Fish & Chips Shop | 18A Fairfield Road, Braintree | 1,024 yd | |
| Village Chicken And Pizza | 18 Fairfield Road, Braintree | 1,024 yd | |
| The New Fountain House | 130 High Street, Braintree | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challis Lane Co-operative | 42 Challis Lane, Braintree | 362 yd | |
| BP Braintree SFC | Braintree SF Connect, Notley Cross | 1,030 yd | |
| Tesco | Market Place, Braintree | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Notley Sports Centre Notley Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 362 yd |
| Riverside Swimming Pool (Closed) Notley Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 733 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.