Cumberland Close is in Braintree and in Braintree district. CM7 9NQ is located in the Bocking Blackwater electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cumberland Close, Braintree, CM7 9NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM7 9NH, CM7 9NE, CM7 9NB, CM7 9LD, CM7 9LR, CM7 9ND, CM7 9NJ, CM7 9LE, CM7 9GF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM7 9NQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 54.4% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 49.1% | 45.6% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 | 28% | 26.3% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 45.2% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 13.5% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 12.9% | 13.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 | 43.7% | 48.3% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 29.7% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 13.9% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 6.7% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.4% | 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.
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 18.3% | -6.2% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 11.6% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 19.9% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 6.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 17.7% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 22.8% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.6% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| 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 | 98.4% | 94.7% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 94.1% | 90.8% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 5.6% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 90.3% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5.8% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0.8% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cumberland Close was 96.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 100.8% higher than the Bocking Blackwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cumberland Close has the 24th highest crime rate of 87 local areas in Bocking Blackwater and the 85th highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Cumberland Close, Braintree, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £309,000 | 2024-05-10 | £316,289 |
| 13 Cumberland Close, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £375,500 | 2022-08-26 | £386,555 |
| 2 Cumberland Close, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2022-02-17 | £465,285 |
| 13 Cumberland Close, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-02-05 | £346,469 |
| 20 Cumberland Close, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2020-12-04 | £314,508 |
CM7 9NQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Bradfords Junior School Marlborough Road , CM7 9LW | 3out of 4 | 366 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School Marlborough Road , Great Bradfords Estate CM7 9LW | 3out of 4 | 366 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyons Hall School Deerleap Way , CM7 9FH | 4out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree Gilchrist Way , CM7 2SY | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery Lancaster Way , CM7 5UL | 3out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alec Hunter Academy Stubbs Lane , CM7 3NR | 3out of 4 | 1,559 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tabor Academy Panfield Lane , CM7 5XP | 3out of 4 | 1,810 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form Notley Road , CM7 1WY | 3out of 4 | 2,289 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,954 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 Cafe | 268 Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 212 yd | |
| Yak & Yeti Gurkha's | 8B Cressing Road, Braintree | 251 yd | |
| Cellar Cafe | East Street, Braintree | 566 yd | |
| Eastern Aroma | 32 Railway Street, Braintree | 698 yd | |
| Tabor Centre | Bocking Place, Courtauld Road | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kavern | Function Room In The Basement Of The Pub, East Street | 348 yd | |
| The Eagle | 192 Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 353 yd | |
| The Bell | Mountbatten Road, Braintree | 552 yd | |
| Braintree, Bocking And District Liberal Club | 106 Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 770 yd | |
| The Sportsman | Unit 5, Lakes Road | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 272 Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 226 yd | |
| Mr Kebab | 270 Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 226 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 196 Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 268 yd | |
| Taste Of China | 8 Cressing Road, Braintree | 303 yd | |
| The Hot Wok Chinese Takeaway | 2 Cressing Road, Braintree | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Filling Station | Coggeshall Road, Braintree | 661 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 174 - 176 Cressing Road, Braintree | 740 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 1 Tofts Walk, Braintree | 1,045 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Health & Fitness (Closed) East Street | health and fitness suite | 343 yd |
| Colchester Institute - Braintree Campus Sports Ground Julien Court Road | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| Complete Health & Fitness BENFIELD WAY | health and fitness suite | 518 yd |
| Bocking Arts Theatre Bocking End | 831 yd | |
| Braintree Town Fc (Cressing Road) Clockhouse Way | grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Lyons Hall Primary School DEERLEAP WAY | artificial grass pitch | 1,054 yd |
| Braintree Lawn Tennis Club CLOCKHOUSE WAY | squash courts, tennis courts | 1,080 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 | 58.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 66.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.