Panfield Lane is in Braintree and in Braintree district. CM7 5RN is located in the Bocking South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Panfield Lane, Braintree, CM7 5RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM7 5RH, CM7 5TS, CM7 5TW, CM7 5RG, CM7 5UE, CM7 5UF, CM7 5RQ, CM7 5UA, CM7 5RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM7 5RN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 55.2% | 49.5% | -5.7% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 44.8% | 50.5% | 5.7% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 33.3% | 41.4% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 40.2% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 10.4% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 5.6% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 43.4% | 44.8% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 34.3% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 16.8% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32% | 19.6% | -12.4% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.2% | 19.2% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 9.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 16% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.6% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 17.6% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 16.4% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 7.7% | 3.6% | -4.1% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 94% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 88.7% 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 | 95.5% | 88.7% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 7.7% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 89% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 4.3% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.8% | 37.2% | 12.6% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Panfield Lane was 19.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.1% lower than the Bocking North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Panfield Lane has the 6th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Bocking North and the 79th lowest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pines Panfield Lane, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-05-22 | £347,013 |
| The Cedars Panfield Lane, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2018-05-14 | £368,080 |
| The Pines Panfield Lane, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2018-04-25 | £358,511 |
| The Birches Panfield Lane, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2018-03-15 | £366,991 |
| The Hawthorns Panfield Lane, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2018-03-14 | £372,910 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery Lancaster Way , CM7 5UL | 3out of 4 | 675 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree Gilchrist Way , CM7 2SY | 3out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Maple Avenue , CM7 2NS | 4out of 4 | 1,663 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bocking Primary School Church Street , Bocking CM7 5LA | - not rated | 1,744 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Bradfords Junior School Marlborough Road , CM7 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,782 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 764 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form Notley Road , CM7 1WY | 3out of 4 | 3,062 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alec Hunter Academy Stubbs Lane , CM7 3NR | 3out of 4 | 3,253 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 | 542 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braintree Sport And Health Club | Braintree Leisure Centre, Panfield Lane | 782 yd | |
| RD Trading | Tekhnicon House, Springwood Drive | 951 yd | |
| Braintree BMX Club | Panfield Lane, Braintree | 956 yd | |
| Bannatyne Health Club Braintree | Springwood Drive, Braintree | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| O'Grady's | 94 Panfield Lane, Braintree | 816 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Of Braintree | 18 Queens Road, Braintree | 274 yd | |
| The Springwood Grill | Springwood Drive, Braintree | 1,051 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meadowside Open Space PLAY AREA PLAY AREA MEADOWSIDE | grass pitches | 278 yd |
| Glebe Community Hall GLEBE COMMUNITY HALL GLEBE COMMUNITY HALL GLEBE AVENUE | 545 yd | |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Braintree) SPRINGWOOD DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 617 yd |
| Braintree Bmx Track Deanery Hill | cycling | 745 yd |
| Braintree Sport & Health Club PANFIELD LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 813 yd |
| Deanery Hill SCOUT HUT SCOUT HUT DEANERY HILL | grass pitches | 821 yd |
| Colchester Institute (Braintree Campus) Church Lane | health and fitness suite | 869 yd |
| Five Star Fitness (Closed) Towerlands Towerlands Panfield Road | golf, health and fitness suite | 934 yd |
| Towerlands Park (Closed) Panfield Road | golf, squash courts | 934 yd |
| Braintree Cricket Club ST. PETERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 40.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.