Broton Drive is in Halstead and in Braintree district. CO9 1HB is located in the Halstead Trinity electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broton Drive, Halstead, CO9 1HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO9 2PQ, CO9 2LU, CO9 2LS, CO9 1FD, CO9 1LL, CO9 2LT, CO9 2LR, CO9 1LH, CO9 1LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO9 1HB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 56.1% | 53.3% | -2.8% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 43.9% | 46.7% | 2.8% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 30.5% | 36% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.4% | 25.1% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -19.1% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 17% | 20.5% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 11.4% |
| Widowed | 21.5% | 15.1% | -6.4% | 6.1% | 9.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.3% | 31.3% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -17.1% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 38.5% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 24% | 22.1% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 9.4% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 6.9% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.8% | 27.4% | -9.4% | 18.2% | 9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 14.1% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 15.4% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.8% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 18.3% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.1% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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 | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.3% | 99.2% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 94.7% | 91.9% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 4.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 91.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 5.8% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 23.5% | 13.5% | 10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broton Drive was 172.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 125.6% higher than the Halstead St Andrew's average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broton Drive has the 3rd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Halstead St Andrew's and the 24th highest crime rate of 483 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Broton Drive, Halstead, Essex Other, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-03-28 | £306,681 |
| 56 Broton Drive, Halstead, Essex Other, an established residential building | £8,000 | 2024-01-24 | £7,635 |
| 66 Broton Drive, Halstead, Essex Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-09-17 | £196,166 |
| 59 Broton Drive, Halstead, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2018-10-29 | £411,369 |
| 55 - 57 Broton Drive, Halstead, Essex Other, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2018-10-29 | £361,176 |
CO9 1HB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 CO9 1HB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead Beridge Road , CO9 1JH | 3out of 4 | 405 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard de Clare Community Academy Parsonage Street , CO9 2JT | 3out of 4 | 587 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard de Clare Community Primary School Parsonage Street , CO9 2JT | - not rated | 587 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Halstead Mathews Close , CO9 2BH | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Halstead Mathews Close , CO9 2BH | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ramsey Academy, Halstead Colne Road , CO9 2HR | - not rated | 936 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ramsey College Colne Road , CO9 2HR | - not rated | 936 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood School Mill Chase , CO9 2DQ | - not rated | 525 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Greenwood School 25 Mill Chase , CO9 2DQ | - not rated | 597 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosfield School Cut Hedge Park , Halstead Road CO9 1PF | - not rated | 2,326 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Preparatory School Gosfield Hall Park , Gosfield CO9 1SE | - not rated | 4,023 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Yellow House School 1 Alderford Street , Sible Hedingham CO9 3HX | - not rated | 4,516 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Lily | 18 Trinity Street, Halstead | 239 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | 68 High Street, Halstead | 252 yd | |
| Halstead Cafe | 62 High Street, Halstead | 254 yd | |
| Phoenix Arizona | 26 Bridge Street, Halstead | 261 yd | |
| Dough & Co Woodfired Pizza | 59 - 61 High Street, Halstead | 293 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halstead Town Football Club | Rosemary Lane, Halstead | 105 yd | |
| The Locomotive | Butler Road, Halstead | 163 yd | |
| Courtyard Tap | 24 Trinity Street, Halstead | 240 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | 58 High Street, Halstead | 254 yd | |
| The Dorrington | 2A Trinity Street, Halstead | 269 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom | 22 Trinity Street, Halstead | 239 yd | |
| Riverside Fish Bar | 72 High Street, Halstead | 254 yd | |
| Halstead BBQ | 30 Bridge Street, Halstead | 259 yd | |
| Buzy Beanz Bistro | 22 Bridge Street, Halstead | 269 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | 2B Trinity Street, Halstead | 269 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | High Street, Halstead | 242 yd | |
| East Of England Co-op | 12 Weavers Court, Halstead | 340 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Halstead Town Football Club ROSEMARY LANE | grass pitches | 125 yd |
| Halstead Fitness Studio Ltd (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 263 yd |
| Holy Trinity Primary School TRINITY STREET | grass pitches | 403 yd |
| Mill Chase Playing Field PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS MILL CHASE | grass pitches | 572 yd |
| The Ramsey Academy COLNE ROAD | grass pitches | 958 yd |
| Halstead Leisure Centre HALSTEAD SPORTS CENTRE HALSTEAD SPORTS CENTRE COLNE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,043 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 | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.