About Bocking

Bocking is a village located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It lies within the CM7 postcode area and is situated near the town of Braintree. The village has a long history, with records dating back to the Domesday Book, and features a mix of traditional and modern buildings. The church of St Mary, a Grade I listed building, is a notable landmark and reflects the area’s medieval heritage. Bocking is surrounded by rural landscapes, with farmland and woodlands nearby, offering a peaceful environment. The village has a community centre and several local amenities, including a primary school and a few shops. It is well connected by road, with the A120 running close by, making it accessible to nearby towns and cities. The population is modest, and the community is known for its friendly atmosphere.

School Ratings in Bocking

Families in Bocking have access to 29 local schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bocking

Homes sell for an average of £335K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £314K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bocking

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Bocking, with 42 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bocking

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bocking around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bocking

Bocking benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,548 sales

Average Price £335K
£100 — £5.93M
Detached £478K 1,896
Semi £314K 2,182
Terraced £276K 1,748
Flat £186K 1,413

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

21 Primary
3 Secondary
5 Other
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree Primary Good 165 yards John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.2 miles Tabor Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.4 miles The Edith Borthwick School Good 0.6 miles St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Great Bradfords Junior School Primary Good 0.8 miles Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.8 miles Bra6 Carousel Family Hub 0.9 miles John Ray Junior School Primary Good 1 miles John Ray Infant School Primary 1 miles Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form Secondary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Alec Hunter Academy Secondary Good 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bocking IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bocking are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
15,369 Children (0-15) 18%
51,156 Working Age 61%
22,024 Older (60+) 26%
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 314 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Bocking is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

137 Violence & Sexual Offences
42 Shoplifting
23 Public Order
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
19 Criminal Damage & Arson
19 Vehicle Crime
17 Drugs
16 Other Theft
8 Burglary
5 Weapons
4 Other Crime
3 Bicycle Theft
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Essex Bocking and Braintree Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
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 0.6 miles
Braintree Freeport Train Station 1.3 miles
Cressing (Essex) Train Station 2.4 miles
White Notley Train Station 3.6 miles
Witham Train Station 6.5 miles
Kelvedon Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Braintree 0.6 miles Great Notley 1.4 miles Bocking Churchstreet 1.4 miles Panfield 1.8 miles Duckend Green 1.9 miles Rayne 2 miles Row Green 2 miles Black Notley 2 miles Bartholomew Green 2.2 miles High Garrett 2.2 miles Milch Hill 2.6 miles Jasper's Green 2.6 miles

Local Government

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

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 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 0SA CM7 0SB CM7 0SD CM7 0SE CM7 0SF CM7 0SG CM7 0SH CM7 0SJ CM7 0SL CM7 0SP CM7 0SQ CM7 0SR CM7 0SS CM7 0ST CM7 0SU CM7 0SW CM7 0SX CM7 0SY CM7 0SZ