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Boreham and The Leighs

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About

Boreham and The Leighs ward is located in the northern part of Chelmsford, Essex. The area is primarily rural, with a mix of farmland, woodland, and small villages. It includes the settlements of Boreham, Little Leighs, and Great Leighs, each with their own distinct character. The ward is bordered by the A12, providing easy access to Chelmsford city centre and beyond.

The area is known for its historical landmarks, including Boreham House and the 12th-century St Andrew’s Church in Great Leighs. Local amenities include village halls, pubs, and primary schools, catering to the needs of residents. The ward has a strong community feel, with events often held in the villages. Despite its rural setting, it remains well-connected to urban areas, making it a popular choice for those seeking a quieter lifestyle near Chelmsford.

Area overview

On average Boreham and The Leighs has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Boreham and The Leighs is £54,077 per year. There are 3 schools in Boreham and The Leighs: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
65
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
12.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Boreham and The Leighs Population
6,941
Population density
214.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,191
89.21%
Other White
139
2%
African
87
1.25%
Indian
73
1.05%
Chinese
60
0.86%
Total population: 6,940

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,034
37.59%
Owns outright
936
34.02%
Other social rented
351
12.76%
Private landlord or letting agency
281
10.21%
Social rents from council
58
2.11%
Total households: 2,751

Property prices in Boreham and The Leighs

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in Boreham and The Leighs area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £1,925,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Boreham and The Leighs 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 Boreham and The Leighs over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached48£615,248
Flats12£247,475
Semi-Detached23£390,000
Terraced16£350,000

10 years median price trend in Boreham and The Leighs

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Boreham and The Leighs.

All postcodes in Boreham and The Leighs

CM33NJ

Longs Lane

CM16HD

Boreham & Little Baddow

CM16HE

Boreham & Little Baddow

CM16LD

Boreham & Little Baddow

CM31FL

Radcliffe Way

CM31NG

Coopers Lane

CM31NR

Main Road

CM33HQ

Main Road

CM33HJ

Colchester Road

CM33HW

Generals Lane

CM33HX

Tyssen Mead

Data Sources

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