Panfield Lane is in Braintree and in Braintree district. CM7 2TH is located in the Bocking South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Panfield Lane, Braintree, CM7 2TH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM7 2NG, CM7 2TU, CM7 2WB, CM7 2NE, CM7 9AH, CM7 2QH, CM7 9AE, CM7 2SZ, CM7 2QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM7 2TH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 47.9% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 51.9% | 52.1% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 29.3% | 28.3% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 47.3% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 1.9% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 12.4% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 6% | 8.9% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 42.7% | 38.8% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 40% | 39.6% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 16.9% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 21.8% | 1.7% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 11.1% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.2% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 14.9% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 28.2% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.8% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 97.6% | 93.6% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 88.5% 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 | 95.6% | 88.5% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 7.3% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 88.8% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.3% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Panfield Lane was 162.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 151.4% higher than the Bocking North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Panfield Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Bocking North and the 34th highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Panfield Lane, Braintree, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2024-06-03 | £274,373 |
| 17 Panfield Lane, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2020-09-04 | £277,908 |
| 2 - 4 Panfield Lane, Braintree, Essex Other, an established residential building | £375,100 | 2015-11-23 | £466,941 |
| 20A Panfield Lane, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2015-01-23 | £290,879 |
| 28 Panfield Lane, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2014-11-25 | £299,612 |
CM7 2TH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 CM7 2TH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree Gilchrist Way , CM7 2SY | 3out of 4 | 135 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery Lancaster Way , CM7 5UL | 3out of 4 | 506 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 | 819 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Bradfords Junior School Marlborough Road , CM7 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School Marlborough Road , Great Bradfords Estate CM7 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabor Academy Panfield Lane , CM7 5XP | 3out of 4 | 733 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form Notley Road , CM7 1WY | 3out of 4 | 1,902 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alec Hunter Academy Stubbs Lane , CM7 3NR | 3out of 4 | 2,386 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,010 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee House In The Gardens | 43 Bocking End, Braintree | 187 yd | |
| Brambles Restaurant Quadrant Store | 9 - 15 Rayne Road, Braintree | 196 yd | |
| Mosaic Restaurant | 13 Bank Street, Braintree | 229 yd | |
| Braintree Thai | 14A Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 238 yd | |
| Braintree Bagels | 3A Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 265 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tomo's Tavern | Walthambury House, 1 Panfield Lane | 166 yd | |
| The Institute | 15 Bocking End, Braintree | 189 yd | |
| The Horse And Groom PH | 20 Rayne Road, Braintree | 196 yd | |
| Lipstick And Locks | 6 Little Square, Braintree | 321 yd | |
| Braintree And Bocking Constitutional Club | Great Square, Braintree | 361 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jade Garden | 9 Rayne Road, Braintree | 196 yd | |
| Smith And Jones Fish And Chips | 3 Rayne Road, Braintree | 196 yd | |
| Nafisas | 9A Rayne Road, Braintree | 196 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 7 Rayne Road, Braintree | 196 yd | |
| Bobalicious | 3 Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 262 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 1 Tofts Walk, Braintree | 403 yd | |
| Tesco | Market Place, Braintree | 479 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Filling Station | Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 626 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Rayne Road, Braintree | 839 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Braintree Cricket Club ST. PETERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 181 yd |
| Bocking Arts Theatre Bocking End | 446 yd | |
| Braintree Sport & Health Club PANFIELD LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 862 yd |
| Colchester Institute - Braintree Campus Sports Ground Julien Court Road | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| Riverside Swimming Pool (Closed) Notley Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 892 yd |
| Meadowside Open Space PLAY AREA PLAY AREA MEADOWSIDE | grass pitches | 929 yd |
| Complete Health & Fitness (Closed) East Street | health and fitness suite | 1,017 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 61.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.