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About Birdbrook
Birdbrook is a small settlement located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It lies within the CO9 postcode area and is situated near the village of Great Warley. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and older housing, and is close to the M25 motorway, making it accessible to London and other nearby towns. The surrounding landscape is typical of Essex, with open fields and scattered woodland. There are local amenities including a primary school, a community centre, and a few small shops. The village is served by regular bus services and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Brentwood and Chelmsford. Birdbrook offers a quiet, suburban lifestyle with convenient transport links and a sense of community.
School Ratings in Birdbrook
Birdbrook is served by 19 schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Birdbrook
Property prices average £362K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £480K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Birdbrook
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Birdbrook, with 4 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Birdbrook
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Birdbrook falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Local Data for Birdbrook
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Property Prices 4,134 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CO9 postcode area.
Household Income in Birdbrook ONS 2023
The average total household income in Birdbrook is approximately £56,913 a year before tax, 3% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,044. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,044.
Businesses in Birdbrook ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,333 active businesses based in Birdbrook, around 48 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Birdbrook IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Birdbrook in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Birdbrook 22 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Birdbrook falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Birdbrook
Of the 11,903 households in and around Birdbrook, 71% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Birdbrook.