How much social housing is near Braintree?

About 14.0% across the Braintree area.

What are house prices in Braintree?

Based on 2,086 recent sales, the median price is £339,500; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What are prices by property type in Braintree?

Latest medians: Detached £485,000, Semi-detached £340,000, Terraced £290,750, Flats £177,500.

How safe is Braintree?

Crime level in Braintree is moderate with about 61 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How many households are in Braintree?

There are 64,986 households in Braintree

What's the Braintree population and density?

Braintree population is 155,268 with density 253.8 per km².

How deprived is Braintree?

Deprivation score 4/10 (rank 20038 of 32844 in country).

What's the average income in Braintree?

Average resident income is about £46,984 per year.

What home types are most common in Braintree?

Housing mix: semi-detached 34.7%, detached 29.3%.

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Q: What schools in Braintree and how are they rated?

There are 68 schools in Braintree: 52 primary (3 Outstanding and 46 Good) and 8 secondary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good)

England / East of England / Braintree

About

Braintree District is located in Essex, in the East of England. It covers an area of approximately 611 square kilometres, featuring a mix of urban and rural landscapes. The district includes the town of Braintree, along with smaller settlements like Witham and Halstead. The area is known for its historical connections, including links to the wool trade and the medieval period.

The district is bordered by Colchester to the east and Uttlesford to the west. It contains parts of the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering scenic countryside and walking routes. The River Blackwater runs through the area, supporting local wildlife. Braintree District has good transport links, with the A12 and A120 roads providing access to London and the wider region.

Area overview

On average Braintree has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Braintree is £46,984 per year. There are 68 schools in Braintree: 52 primary (3 Outstanding and 46 Good) and 8 secondary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

14%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Braintree Population

155,268

Population density

253.8 per km²

Demographics

British

140,283

90.35%

Other White

5,385

3.47%

African

1,205

0.78%

Irish

1,085

0.7%

Other Asian

917

0.59%

Total population: 155,265

Housing

Owns outright

22,262

34.26%

Owns with a mortgage

21,828

33.59%

Private landlord or letting agency

8,573

13.19%

Other social rented

8,406

12.94%

Social rents from council

2,187

3.37%

Total households: 64,983

Property prices in Braintree

Based on 2,086 recent sales, the median property price is £339,500 in Braintree area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,000 up to £3,100,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	657	£485,000	£325,000	£406,000	£590,000	£881,000
Flats	267	£177,500	£87,150	£137,500	£205,000	£265,465
Semi-Detached	644	£340,000	£250,000	£300,000	£390,000	£500,000
Terraced	518	£290,750	£215,000	£260,000	£327,750	£410,000

10 years price trend in Braintree

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail