Brook Street is in Great Bardfield, Braintree and in Braintree district. CM7 4RG 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 Brook Street, Great Bardfield, Braintree, CM7 4RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM7 4RF, CM7 4SS, CM7 4SR, CM7 4RQ, CM7 4SP, CM7 4RH, CM7 4RA, CM7 4RE, CM7 4ST.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM7 4RG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.6% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48% | 48.4% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 4RG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.5% 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 | 16.8% | 20.5% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.6% | 63.5% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 19.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 6.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 8.2% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.4%) 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 | 47% | 50.8% | 3.8% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 40.6% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 7.0% |
| Fair health | 14% | 7.4% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -3.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 13% | 12% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 9.2% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 14.3% | -6.7% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 18.4% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.8% | 38.2% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 96.5% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 96.4% | 93.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 93.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brook Street was 11.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.4% lower than the Rayne average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Brook Street has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Rayne and the 33rd lowest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Cottage Brook Street, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2015-06-04 | £646,743 |
| The Homestead Brook Street, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2013-07-04 | £649,802 |
| The Long House Brook Street, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2012-03-08 | £566,809 |
| Ranmore Brook Street, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2007-06-28 | £444,648 |
| The Homestead Brook Street, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,500 | 2007-03-02 | £649,178 |
CM7 4RG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CM7 4RG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 4RG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Bardfield Primary School Braintree Road , Great Bardfield CM7 4RN | 3out of 4 | 356 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy Vicarage Road , Finchingfield CM7 4LD | - not rated | 2,685 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wethersfield CofE VC Primary School Silver St , Wethersfield CM7 4BP | 3out of 4 | 3,872 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buddy & Rhino | The Old Post Office, High Street | 116 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vine | Vine Street, Great Bardfield | 76 yd | |
| The Bell | Dunmow Road, Great Bardfield | 207 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Bardfeild Primary School BRAINTREE ROAD | swimming pool | 233 yd |
| Great Bardfield Playing Fields Bendlowes Road | grass pitches | 689 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% |
| Median download speed | 68 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 96.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 500 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.