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50,437
Population
20,289
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£57,000
Avg. household income
1,883
Businesses
354
People per km²
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About Bocking Churchstreet

Bocking Churchstreet is a small village located in the county of Essex, within the CM7 postcode area of England. It lies just south of the town of Braintree and is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character. The village centre features a mix of older cottages and modest homes, with a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. The church, St Mary's, is a notable landmark and gives the village its name. The surrounding area is largely agricultural, with fields and hedgerows typical of the Essex landscape. The village is well connected by road, with the A120 running nearby, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby towns. There are local amenities including a village hall and a small shop, contributing to a close-knit community feel. Bocking Churchstreet offers a calm, rural lifestyle within easy reach of larger centres.

School Ratings in Bocking Churchstreet

There are 33 schools in and around Bocking Churchstreet. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bocking Churchstreet

The average property price is £340K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £318K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bocking Churchstreet

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bocking Churchstreet, with 58 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bocking Churchstreet

Bocking Churchstreet sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Bocking Churchstreet

There are 9 GP surgeries within three miles of Bocking Churchstreet, the nearest being Church Lane Surgery (0.7 miles away).

Local Data for Bocking Churchstreet

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Property Prices 7,292 sales

Average Price £340K
£100 , £18.14M
Detached £476K 1,867
Semi £318K 2,126
Terraced £277K 1,680
Flat £178K 1,301

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary
4 Secondary
6 Other
Good 10
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM7 postcode area.

Bocking Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Great Bradfords Junior School Primary Good 1.1 miles Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School Primary 1.1 miles John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.3 miles Lyons Hall School Primary Good 1.3 miles St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree Primary Good 1.4 miles Tabor Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 1.4 miles The Edith Borthwick School Not applicable Good 1.5 miles Bra6 Carousel Family Hub 1.7 miles Alec Hunter Academy Secondary Good 2 miles St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 2 miles Beckers Green Primary School Primary 2 miles

Household Income in Bocking Churchstreet ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bocking Churchstreet is approximately £57,000 a year before tax, 3% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,690. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bocking Churchstreet £57,000
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £40,690.

Businesses in Bocking Churchstreet ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,883 active businesses based in Bocking Churchstreet, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 33 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,883 Total businesses
37 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bocking Churchstreet IMD 2025

Bocking Churchstreet sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 19%
9,590 Children (0-15) 19%
31,233 Working Age 62%
9,614 Older (65+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bocking Churchstreet 334 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Bocking Churchstreet sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 145
Anti-Social Behaviour 58
Shoplifting 26
Public Order 22
Other Theft 16
Criminal Damage & Arson 15
Vehicle Crime 15
Drugs 13
Other Crime 11
Burglary 5
Weapons 4
Theft from Person 3
Robbery 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Braintree Train Station 1.7 miles
Braintree Freeport Train Station 2.1 miles
Cressing (Essex) Train Station 3.3 miles
White Notley Train Station 4.4 miles
Kelvedon Train Station 7.2 miles
Witham Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

High Garrett 0.9 miles Braintree 1.2 miles Bocking 1.4 miles Panfield 1.9 miles Tumbler's Green 2.5 miles Folly Green 2.6 miles Stisted 2.6 miles Jasper's Green 2.6 miles Church End 2.8 miles Duckend Green 2.8 miles Bradwell 2.8 miles Gosfield 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Braintree
County Essex
Ward Braintree Central & Beckers Green
Constituency Braintree
Parish Braintree, unparished area
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Bocking Churchstreet

Of the 21,135 households in and around Bocking Churchstreet, 64% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 64% Social rented 18% Private rented 18%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bocking Churchstreet.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bocking Churchstreet

What is the population of Bocking Churchstreet?
Bocking Churchstreet has a population of approximately 50,437 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bocking Churchstreet?
The average property in and around Bocking Churchstreet sold for about £340,487, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is close to the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bocking Churchstreet a deprived area?
Bocking Churchstreet sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bocking Churchstreet?
Bocking Churchstreet is covered by the CM7 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bocking Churchstreet?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bocking Churchstreet, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bocking Churchstreet?
The nearest railway station to Bocking Churchstreet is Braintree Train Station, about 1.7 miles away.

Streets in CM7 30 shown View all streets

Achilles Way 2 Acorn Avenue 2 Aetheric Road 2 Albemarle Gardens 1 Albert Road 3 Alexander Road 1 Alienor Avenue 2 Allan Williams View 1 Alpha Close 1 Andrew Close 1 Anglia Way 1 Anson Way 1 Arnhem Grove 3 Ash Bungalows 1 Ashpole Road 1 Austen Close 1 B1018 1 B1256 4 Badger Grove 1 Badger Mount 1 Bailey Bridge Road 5 Bailey's Gant 1 Bakers Farm Lane 2 Bamboo Crescent 2 Bank Street 1 Bardfield Road 16 Barley Court 1 Barn Mead 1 Barryfields 1 Bartram Avenue North 1

Postcodes in CM7 50 shown View all postcodes

CM7 0ER CM7 0GY CM7 0HL CM7 0HP CM7 0JQ CM7 0JR CM7 0JS CM7 0JX CM7 0LD CM7 0LG CM7 0LP CM7 0LQ CM7 0NA CM7 0NJ CM7 0NP CM7 0NR CM7 0NT CM7 0NX CM7 0NY CM7 0PB CM7 0PD CM7 0PE CM7 0PF CM7 0PH CM7 0PL CM7 0PN CM7 0PR CM7 0PS CM7 0PT CM7 0PU CM7 0PW CM7 0PX CM7 0PY CM7 0QB CM7 0QG CM7 0QH CM7 0QR CM7 0QS CM7 0QT CM7 0QU CM7 0QX CM7 0QY CM7 0RA CM7 0RD CM7 0SA CM7 0SB CM7 0SD CM7 0SE CM7 0SF CM7 0SG