Bedells Avenue is in Black Notley, Braintree and in Braintree district. CM77 8LZ is located in the Great Notley & Black Notley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witham. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bedells Avenue, Black Notley, Braintree, CM77 8LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM77 8LN, CM77 8LU, CM77 8LX, CM77 8LW, CM77 8NA, CM77 8NB, CM77 8NE, CM7 8LR, CM77 8LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM77 8LZ 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 | 47.1% | 50.5% | 3.4% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.9% | 49.5% | -3.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.4% | 27.1% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 48.9% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 44.5% | 38.6% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 38% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 16% | 16.1% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 5.2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 21.2% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 11.5% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 18.5% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 5.4% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 17.3% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 22.3% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.5% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 96.2% | 95.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4.3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 95.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.3% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19% | 13.5% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bedells Avenue was 40.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.0% lower than the Braintree South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bedells Avenue has the 8th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Braintree South and the 229th lowest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bedells Avenue, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £364,000 | 2024-11-29 | £373,201 |
| 28 Bedells Avenue, Braintree, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-08-15 | £309,969 |
| 20 Bedells Avenue, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2022-03-28 | £210,234 |
| 26 Bedells Avenue, Braintree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2022-02-18 | £320,097 |
| 20 Bedells Avenue, Braintree, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-06-18 | £211,953 |
CM77 8LZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CM77 8LZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Ray Infant School Notley Road , CM7 1HL | 3out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Ray Junior School Notley Road , CM7 1HL | 1out of 4 | 1,668 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cressing Primary School Braintree Road , Tye Green CM77 8JE | - not rated | 1,889 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Court School Ennerdale Avenue , Great Notley CM77 7UE | 3out of 4 | 2,625 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckers Green Primary School Beckers Green Road , CM7 3PR | - not rated | 2,662 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form Notley Road , CM7 1WY | 3out of 4 | 1,694 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alec Hunter Academy Stubbs Lane , CM7 3NR | 3out of 4 | 2,270 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tabor Academy Panfield Lane , CM7 5XP | 3out of 4 | 4,101 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,423 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notley Golf Club Ltd | Witham Road, Black Notley | 788 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Black Notley Community Association John Ray Gardens | swimming pool | 228 yd |
| Black Notley Playing Field PAVILION AND CAR PARK PAVILION AND CAR PARK THE STREET | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Notleys Golf Club THE GREEN | golf | 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 | 67.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 67.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 67.2% |
| 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 | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.