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Braintree South

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About

Braintree South is a residential ward located in the southern part of Braintree, Essex. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is well-connected to the town centre via local roads and public transport, making it a practical location for commuters. The ward includes several green spaces, such as playgrounds and small parks, providing recreational options for residents.

The area has a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, catering to everyday needs. Braintree South is close to the A131, offering easy access to nearby towns like Chelmsford and Witham. The ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with regular events and activities organised by local groups. Its proximity to both urban conveniences and quieter outskirts makes it a balanced place to live.

Area overview

On average Braintree South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Braintree South is £43,172 per year.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
19.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Braintree South Population
6,558
Population density
5,211 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,590
85.19%
Other White
399
6.08%
African
68
1.04%
Other Asian
62
0.94%
Indian
53
0.81%
Total population: 6,562

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
962
35.34%
Owns outright
766
28.14%
Other social rented
416
15.28%
Private landlord or letting agency
400
14.7%
Social rents from council
104
3.82%
Total households: 2,722

Property prices in Braintree South

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £304,500 in Braintree South area, with individual transactions ranging from £107,000 up to £575,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Braintree South 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 Braintree South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached16£399,000
Flats13£158,000
Semi-Detached33£322,500
Terraced32£282,500

10 years median price trend in Braintree South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Braintree South.

All postcodes in Braintree South

CM71AT

Skitts Hill

CM71FZ

Shooter's Way

CM71WA

Bulrush Close

CM73RQ

Angle Side

CM71TF

Haskell Mews

CM71AG

Byron Close

CM71BN

Dickens Close

CM71HR

Church Road

CM71TQ

Mill Hill

CM71DH

Hillside Gardens

CM71EE

The Ridgeway

CM71GE

Shooter's Way

CM71YS

Ingram Mews

CM71YX

Leonard Mews

Data Sources

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