Spring Way is in Sible Hedingham, Halstead and in Braintree district. CO9 3SB is located in the Hedingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Spring Way, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, CO9 3SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO9 3SW, CO9 3HT, CO9 3HX, CO9 3HP, CO9 3HR, CO9 3JT, CO9 3FL, CO9 3FJ, CO9 3JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO9 3SB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 54.7% | 52.4% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 45.3% | 47.6% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 CO9 3SB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% 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 | 28.2% | 25.1% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.3% | 55% | 4.7% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 11% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 8.3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 50.1% | 51.7% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 34% | 32.4% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 11.6% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 17.8% | 16.8% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 11.9% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.5% | 14.9% | -9.6% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 19.8% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 24.4% | 0.2% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 2% | 5.2% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.4% | 96.8% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 96.3% | 97.5% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 0.2% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 97% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.5% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spring Way was 87.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.4% higher than the Hedingham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Spring Way has the 2nd highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Hedingham and the 98th highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Spring Way, Halstead, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-12-16 | £506,259 |
| 10 Spring Way, Halstead, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-12-06 | £395,969 |
| 28 Spring Way, Halstead, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-09-20 | £253,827 |
| 6 Spring Way, Halstead, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2021-08-18 | £482,361 |
| 20 Spring Way, Halstead, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-04-07 | £305,979 |
CO9 3SB 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 CO9 3SB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Other | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Sible Hedingham School Road , Sible Hedingham CO9 3NR | 3out of 4 | 746 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| de Vere Primary School Kirby Hall Road , Castle Hedingham CO9 3EA | - not rated | 2,083 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles' Church of England Primary School Church Street , Great Maplestead CO9 2RG | 3out of 4 | 2,798 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosfield Community Primary School The Street , Gosfield CO9 1ST | 3out of 4 | 4,586 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead Beridge Road , CO9 1JH | 3out of 4 | 4,771 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hedingham School and Sixth Form Yeldham Road , Sible Hedingham CO9 3QH | 3out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ramsey Academy, Halstead Colne Road , CO9 2HR | 3out of 4 | 5,285 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Yellow House School 1 Alderford Street , Sible Hedingham CO9 3HX | - not rated | 282 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Teaseldown School Sugar Loaves , 175 Swan Street CO9 3PX | - not rated | 589 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gosfield School Cut Hedge Park , Halstead Road CO9 1PF | - not rated | 3,815 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Preparatory School Gosfield Hall Park , Gosfield CO9 1SE | - not rated | 4,589 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corner Cafe | 121C Swan Street, Sible Hedingham | 327 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Lion | 6 Church Street, Sible Hedingham | 726 yd | |
| Sible Hedingham Sports And Social Club | Crosspath, Station Road | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bodrum Kebab | 99A Swan Street, Sible Hedingham | 173 yd | |
| Hedingham Chippy | 121B Swan Street, Sible Hedingham | 327 yd | |
| Mahdee | 99 Swan Street, Sible Hedingham | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co-op | 116 Swan Street, Sible Hedingham | 164 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sible Hedingham Social Club STATION ROAD | 870 yd | |
| Lawn Meadow YELDHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 990 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 | 97.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.9% |
| 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 | 2.1% |
| Median download speed | 33.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 51.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 500 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.