Braintree Road is in Great Bardfield, Braintree and in Braintree district. CM7 4RN 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 Braintree Road, Great Bardfield, Braintree, CM7 4RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM7 4RZ, CM7 4RP, CM7 4RH, CM7 4RR, CM7 4RU, CM7 4RX, CM7 4RQ, CM7 4SL, CM7 4RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM7 4RN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 50.5% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 49.5% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 4RN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.1% 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 | 18.8% | 22.3% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.1% | 68.1% | 3.0% | 44.2% | 23.9% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 3.8% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -5.3% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 5% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 42.3% | 52.8% | 10.5% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 29.4% | -10.3% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 12.2% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 4.5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.6% | 19.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6.8% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 11.9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 18.2% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.1% | 35.2% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 1.4% |
| Other | 4.1% | 4.2% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.9% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 95.1% 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% | 95.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 95.4% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Braintree Road was 10.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.1% lower than the Rayne average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Braintree Road has the lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Rayne and the 28th lowest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glebe House Braintree Road, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2024-02-09 | £884,607 |
| Lower Hall Braintree Road, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £614,000 | 2020-12-21 | £700,932 |
| Stone House Braintree Road, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £513,500 | 2016-12-15 | £649,165 |
| The Old Vicarage Braintree Road, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £807,500 | 2014-02-07 | £1,366,744 |
| Stone House Braintree Road, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2013-09-02 | £798,373 |
CM7 4RN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 4RN 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 4RN 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 | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 145 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy Vicarage Road , Finchingfield CM7 4LD | - not rated | 2,692 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wethersfield CofE VC Primary School Silver St , Wethersfield CM7 4BP | 3out of 4 | 3,652 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 | 398 yd | |
| Knead Food | Braintree Road, Great Bardfield | 998 yd | |
| Bardfield Montessori Day Nursery Ltd | Braintree Road, Great Bardfield | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vine | Vine Street, Great Bardfield | 364 yd | |
| The Bell | Dunmow Road, Great Bardfield | 436 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Bardfeild Primary School BRAINTREE ROAD | swimming pool | 153 yd |
| Great Bardfield Playing Fields Bendlowes Road | grass pitches | 398 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 | 11.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 11.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 11.8% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.