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Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield

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About

Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield ward is located in the southern part of Chelmsford, Essex. The area is primarily rural, with a mix of farmland, woodland, and small villages. Bicknacre is the largest settlement, offering local amenities such as shops, a primary school, and a village hall. The ward is bordered by the Hanningfield Reservoir, a key feature providing water supply and recreational opportunities like walking and birdwatching.

East and West Hanningfield are smaller, quieter villages with a strong sense of community. The area is well-connected by roads, including the A130, making it accessible to Chelmsford city centre and nearby towns. Housing ranges from historic cottages to modern developments, catering to a mix of residents. The ward’s rural character attracts those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining within reach of urban amenities.

Area overview

On average Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 36 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield is £52,770 per year. There are 4 schools in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
36
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
7.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield Population
5,543
Population density
165.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,042
90.96%
Other White
210
3.79%
Irish
38
0.69%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
38
0.69%
Indian
34
0.61%
Total population: 5,543

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,075
49.31%
Owns with a mortgage
728
33.39%
Private landlord or letting agency
166
7.61%
Other social rented
129
5.92%
Other forms of private rent
47
2.16%
Total households: 2,180

Property prices in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £485,000 in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £1,535,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached37£628,500
Flats2£562,500
Semi-Detached16£433,500
Terraced11£325,000

10 years median price trend in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.