Is CM8 1AX a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-08)
166 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of CM8 1AX. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£330,089
Average price in Braintree (2026-08, UK House Price Index). Up 1.6% year on year.
- Terraced
- £275,503
- Semi-detached
- £342,100
- Detached
- £566,447
- Flat / maisonette
- £157,615
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for CM8 1AX specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near CM8 1AX on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near CM8 1AX on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.