Halstead St Andrew's, Braintree: Jobs
Jobs
Halstead St Andrew's has a diverse working population. Retail and wholesale is the biggest employer, followed closely by health and social work, then construction. Manufacturing and education also play a significant role. This mix means the local economy isn't heavily reliant on any single sector.
Most residents drive to work — nearly 1,900 people commute by car. But working from home has become a real part of the picture too. Around 785 residents, roughly 1 in 4, now work remotely. This shift suggests more knowledge-based roles are emerging among residents, even though the area itself still has a strong trade and services base.
Source: Census 2021 (ONS)
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Work patterns in this area
Commute to work
75%
Work from home
25%
Local employers by sector
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
15%
Human health and social work activities
14%
Construction
13%
Education
9%
Manufacturing
8%
Transport and storage
6%
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security
5%
Professional, scientific and technical activities
5%
Administrative and support service activities
5%
Other industries (arts, leisure, personal services)
5%
