The Pightle is in Finchingfield, Braintree and in Braintree district. CM7 4LB is located in the Three Fields electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Pightle, Finchingfield, Braintree, CM7 4LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM7 4NN, CM7 4LS, CM7 4JS, CM7 4LU, CM7 4NP, CM7 4LD, CM7 4JU, CM7 4LR, CM7 4JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM7 4LB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 53.3% | 49.9% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 46.7% | 50.1% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 4LB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% 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 | 22.2% | 22.4% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 56.8% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 10.3% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 7.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 52.2% | 48.1% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 36% | 32.8% | -3.2% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 14.7% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.9% | 2.1% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 19.6% | 18.3% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 12.1% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 16.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 16.6% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.6% | 31.7% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.7% | 96.9% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 95.6% | 95.9% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 95.6% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Pightle was 50.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.2% higher than the Rayne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Pightle has the 6th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Rayne and the 204th highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parsonage Barn The Pightle, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2018-03-14 | £590,542 |
| Brook Hall The Pightle, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,200,000 | 2011-09-01 | £2,148,252 |
| Pightle Cottage The Pightle, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2009-06-29 | £422,268 |
| Parsonage Barn The Pightle, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2000-06-15 | £622,966 |
CM7 4LB 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 4LB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy Vicarage Road , Finchingfield CM7 4LD | - not rated | 375 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Bardfield Primary School Braintree Road , Great Bardfield CM7 4RN | 3out of 4 | 2,513 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wethersfield CofE VC Primary School Silver St , Wethersfield CM7 4BP | 3out of 4 | 3,241 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Sampford Community Primary School Finchingfield Road , Great Sampford CB10 2RL | 3out of 4 | 5,219 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greedy Duck | Unit 1, The Green | 130 yd | |
| Zafras | 5 The Green, Finchingfield | 130 yd | |
| The Picture Pot Ltd | 3 The Green, Finchingfield | 133 yd | |
| Winners | The Green, Finchingfield | 207 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Finchingfield Lion | 6 Church Hill, Finchingfield | 121 yd | |
| The Fox On The Green | The Green, Finchingfield | 207 yd | |
| The Three Tuns Inn | Wethersfield Road, Finchingfield | 355 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Finchingfield Playing Fields STEPHEN MARSHALL AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 365 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.