Brantham, Babergh: Jobs
Jobs
Brantham's job market is dominated by retail, health, construction, and education. What's striking is that over 1 in 3 residents work from home — a real shift in how people here approach their working lives.
Retail and wholesale is the biggest employer, with health and social work, construction, and education close behind. These 4 sectors alone make up nearly half of all jobs in the neighbourhood. Manufacturing and professional services also play a solid role.
Working from home is actually the most common arrangement — 415 out of 1,280 workers do it. When people do commute, they mostly drive, with 721 residents using a car or van. Walking and cycling happen too, though less often, which fits with Brantham's rural feel.
Source: Census 2021 (ONS)
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Work patterns in this area
Commute to work
68%
Work from home
32%
Local employers by sector
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
14%
Human health and social work activities
12%
Construction
11%
Education
9%
Professional, scientific and technical activities
7%
Manufacturing
7%
Transport and storage
6%
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security
6%
Other industries (arts, leisure, personal services)
6%
Financial and insurance activities
5%
