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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 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.5% 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 £52,791 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

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

7.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield Population

5,543

Population density

165.4 per km²

Demographics

British

5,042

90.96%

Other White

210

3.79%

Irish

0.69%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.69%

Indian

0.61%

Total population: 5,543

Housing

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

2.16%

Total households: 2,180

Property prices in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £456,000 in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £1,535,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	38	£620,000	£352,750	£455,000	£770,000	£1,066,125
Flats	2	£562,500	£443,250	£496,250	£628,750	£681,750
Semi-Detached	13	£419,780	£231,500	£285,000	£470,000	£632,500
Terraced	15	£325,000	£235,000	£267,500	£375,000	£426,500

10 years price trend in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield

All postcodes in Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield

CM28UF

Bakers Lane

CM28UP

Middle Mead Close

CM38RL

Ormonds Crescent

CM28FP

Church Road

CM34EY

Priory Lane

CM34XG

Deerhurst Chase

CM34XL

Alderbury Lea

CM34XQ

Alderbury Lea

CM38BT

Leighams Road

CM34HG

Lodge Road

CM34HW

Main Road

CM34LS

Blenheim Close

CM38AZ

Clinton Close

CM38RP

Crows Lane

CM28FN

Hall Lane

CM34HF

Leighams Road

CM34XH

Priory Road

CM38AD

The Tye

CM38AW

Bicknacre Road

CM38BA

Bridon Close

CM38GE

Geffrey Close

CM38RT

Crows Lane

CM28XA

Ship Road

CM34HR

Meadow View

CM34NE

Blenheim Close

CM34XW

Brockenhurst Way

CM38AR

Bicknacre Road

CM38RJ

Danbury & Bicknacre

CM38RQ

The Street

CM19SX

Stock Road

CM28UQ

Church Road

CM34LU

White Elm Road

CM38BG

Back Lane

CM38BX

Danbury & Bicknacre

CM49RB

Downham Road

CM28UA

West Hanningfield Road

CM34EU

Bicknacre Road

CM34HL

Lodge Road

CM38EB

Main Road

CM28UU

Margaretting, Stock & Ramsden

CM28UD

Margaretting, Stock & Ramsden

CM34XA

New England Close

CM38RF

Church Road

CM28XD

Church Lane

CM28LP

Stock Road

CM38FN

Danbury & Bicknacre

CM34HQ

Lodge Road

CM38AL

Old Southend Road

CM38RR

Crows Lane

CM49PF

Stock Road

CM38FQ

Danbury & Bicknacre

CM38XB

Abbey Fields

CM49RD

Lower Stock Road

CM28LF

Bakers Lane

CM38AN

Abbey Fields

CM38FH

Danbury & Bicknacre

CM34ET

Augustine Way

CM38AJ

Back Lane

CM38HA

Old Barn Lane

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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