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Braintree West

England / East of England / Braintree / Braintree West

About

Braintree West ward is located in the northwest part of Braintree, Essex. The area includes residential neighborhoods, local amenities, and green spaces such as Bocking Recreation Ground. It is bordered by the A131 to the west, providing connections to nearby towns like Halstead and Chelmsford. The ward also features schools, shops, and community facilities serving its residents.

The area has a mix of housing types, from detached homes to smaller terraced properties. Braintree West is within walking distance of the town center, offering access to larger retail outlets and transport links, including Braintree Freeport station. The ward maintains a balance between suburban living and convenience to local services.

Area overview

On average Braintree West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Braintree West is £52,173 per year. There are 4 schools in Braintree West: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
87
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
7.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Braintree West Population
6,167
Population density
3,512.6 per km²

Demographics

British
5,513
89.42%
Other White
261
4.23%
Irish
63
1.02%
African
47
0.76%
White and Asian (mixed)
42
0.68%
Total population: 6,165

Housing

Owns outright
1,060
40.3%
Owns with a mortgage
919
34.94%
Private landlord or letting agency
370
14.07%
Other social rented
162
6.16%
Other forms of private rent
55
2.09%
Total households: 2,630

Property prices in Braintree West

Based on 82 recent sales, the median property price is £306,250 in Braintree West area, with individual transactions ranging from £91,000 up to £700,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£460,000
Flats7£250,000
Semi-Detached31£310,000
Terraced27£289,000

10 years price trend in Braintree West

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Data Sources

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