Rose Hill is in Braintree and in Braintree district. CM7 3GE is located in the Braintree Central & Beckers Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rose Hill, Braintree, CM7 3GE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM7 3AH, CM7 3BX, CM7 3BZ, CM7 3AE, CM7 3QN, CM7 3QB, CM7 3TB, CM7 3JZ, CM7 3AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM7 3GE is primarily male, with 54.4% of the population 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 | 51.9% | 45.6% | -6.3% | 51.0% | -5.4% |
| Male | 48.1% | 54.4% | 6.3% | 49.0% | 5.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CM7 3GE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 46.9% | 60.8% | 13.9% | 37.9% | 22.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.2% | 18.1% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -26.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 6.9% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 11.8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 17.4% | 2.5% | -14.9% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 38.4% | 49.8% | 11.4% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 36% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 23.6% | 11.1% | -12.5% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 29% | 12.9% | -16.1% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 7.5% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 14.9% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 7.5% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 25.9% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 9.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 29.4% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 8.5% | 2% | -6.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 94.1% | 85% | -9.1% | 81.4% | 3.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 77.5% 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 | 83.5% | 77.5% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -5.7% |
| European Union | 12.7% | 15.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 9.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.7% | 77.5% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.4% | 11.1% | 7.7% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.1% | 2.4% | -2.7% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.6% | 4.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 4.7% | 0.5% | 1.9% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Poland | 5.9% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| Romania | 5.9% | 0.9% | 5.0% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.2% | 37.2% | 13.0% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rose Hill was 97.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 101.7% higher than the Bocking Blackwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rose Hill has the 23rd highest crime rate of 87 local areas in Bocking Blackwater and the 83rd highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 22 Rose Gardens Rose Hill, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-06-02 | £140,709 |
| Flat 3 Rose Gardens Rose Hill, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-03-24 | £179,819 |
| Flat 11 Rose Gardens Rose Hill, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-08-19 | £104,684 |
| Flat 6 Rose Gardens Rose Hill, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £116,500 | 2021-06-10 | £123,463 |
| Flat 15 Rose Gardens Rose Hill, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £126,750 | 2021-05-28 | £134,901 |
CM7 3GE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,064 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Ray Junior School Notley Road , CM7 1HL | 1out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Ray Infant School Notley Road , CM7 1HL | 3out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Bradfords Junior School Marlborough Road , CM7 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School Marlborough Road , Great Bradfords Estate CM7 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,382 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alec Hunter Academy Stubbs Lane , CM7 3NR | 3out of 4 | 1,440 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tabor Academy Panfield Lane , CM7 5XP | 3out of 4 | 1,714 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 | 1,982 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Aroma | 32 Railway Street, Braintree | 339 yd | |
| Cellar Cafe | East Street, Braintree | 366 yd | |
| Merchant Spice | 9 Fairfield Road, Braintree | 439 yd | |
| Balti Night | 15 Manor Street, Braintree | 476 yd | |
| Lounge India | 53 South Street, Braintree | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Picture Palace | Fairfield Road, Braintree | 439 yd | |
| The Sportsman | Unit 5, Lakes Road | 463 yd | |
| Braintree, Bocking And District Liberal Club | 106 Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 558 yd | |
| The Kavern | Function Room In The Basement Of The Pub, East Street | 568 yd | |
| The Eagle | 192 Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 579 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoviwa | 82A Manor Street, Braintree | 264 yd | |
| Margos Pizza Kings Kebab And Berra Chicken | 17 Enterprise Court, Braintree | 342 yd | |
| Manor Plaice Also Trading As Braintree Kebab House | 22/24 Manor Street, Braintree | 353 yd | |
| China Village | 7 Fairfield Road, Braintree | 445 yd | |
| Hong Kong Chef | 13 Manor Street, Braintree | 476 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Filling Station | Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 525 yd | |
| Tesco | Market Place, Braintree | 545 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 1 Tofts Walk, Braintree | 584 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 174 - 176 Cressing Road, Braintree | 900 yd | |
| Challis Lane Co-operative | 42 Challis Lane, Braintree | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Swimming Pool (Closed) Notley Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 409 yd |
| Complete Health & Fitness BENFIELD WAY | health and fitness suite | 517 yd |
| Complete Health & Fitness (Closed) East Street | health and fitness suite | 571 yd |
| Colchester Institute - Braintree Campus Sports Ground Julien Court Road | grass pitches | 864 yd |
| Braintree Lawn Tennis Club CLOCKHOUSE WAY | squash courts, tennis courts | 894 yd |
| Bocking Arts Theatre Bocking End | 932 yd | |
| Braintree Town Fc (Cressing Road) Clockhouse Way | grass pitches | 974 yd |
| Braintree Cricket Club ST. PETERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 999 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 | 75.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.