The Street is in Rayne, Braintree and in Braintree district. CM77 6RY is located in the Rayne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Street, Rayne, Braintree, CM77 6RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM77 6RY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49% | 48.2% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 CM77 6RY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.7% 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 | 24.6% | 22.7% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 63.7% | 5.6% | 44.2% | 19.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8% | 6% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 56.9% | 47.9% | -9.0% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 33.2% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 15.5% | 7.9% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| 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 | 17% | 11.4% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 11.4% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 18.4% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.4% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 21.1% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 27.8% | -2.0% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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 | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 95.4% | 91.9% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 94.6% | 91.8% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 92.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 7.1% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Street was 61.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.0% lower than the Bocking South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Bocking South and the 159th highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach House Barn The Street, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2014-08-14 | £992,492 |
| Rose Cottage The Street, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2014-04-30 | £419,672 |
| Coach House Barn The Street, Braintree, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2007-06-01 | £1,015,018 |
| 3 Wales Cottages The Street, Braintree, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2002-09-06 | £347,978 |
CM77 6RY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rayne Primary and Nursery School Capel Road , Rayne CM77 6BZ | 3out of 4 | 645 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Notley Green Primary School Blickling Road , Great Notley CM77 7ZJ | 3out of 4 | 2,644 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Maple Avenue , CM7 2NS | 4out of 4 | 3,037 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Court School Ennerdale Avenue , Great Notley CM77 7UE | 3out of 4 | 3,074 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery Lancaster Way , CM7 5UL | 3out of 4 | 3,726 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 3,370 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form Notley Road , CM7 1WY | 3out of 4 | 4,029 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 | 3,447 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Felsted School Stebbing Road , CM6 3LL | - not rated | 4,857 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voujon Indian Restaurant | 17 The Street, Rayne | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Bar & Restaurant | 47 The Street, Rayne | 461 yd | |
| The Welsh Princess | 21 The Street, Rayne | 693 yd | |
| The Swan | 1 The Street, Rayne | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Booking Hall | Station Road, Rayne | 488 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rayne Village Hall RAYNE VILLAGE HALL RAYNE VILLAGE HALL GORE ROAD | cycling, grass pitches | 1,017 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 213.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 193.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.