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Brentwood

About

Brentwood is a district in Essex, located in the East of England. It lies approximately 20 miles northeast of central London, making it a commuter town with good transport links. The area is known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes, featuring shopping centres, parks, and nearby countryside. Brentwood has a historic high street with a range of shops, restaurants, and pubs, alongside modern developments.

The district is home to several green spaces, including South Weald Country Park, which offers walking trails and wildlife. Brentwood also has a strong educational presence, with schools and a campus of Anglia Ruskin University. The area’s proximity to the M25 and A12 provides easy access to London and other parts of Essex. While it retains a suburban feel, Brentwood has seen growth in recent years, attracting families and professionals.

Area overview

On average Brentwood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Brentwood is £57,549 per year. There are 35 schools in Brentwood: 23 primary (4 Outstanding and 16 Good) and 6 secondary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

9/10

Social housing

10.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Brentwood Population

77,047

Population density

503.2 per km²

Demographics

British

63,696

82.67%

Other White

3,318

4.31%

Indian

2,015

2.62%

African

1,164

1.51%

Irish

1,008

1.31%

Total population: 77,048

Housing

Owns outright

11,797

36.47%

Owns with a mortgage

11,461

35.44%

Private landlord or letting agency

4,589

14.19%

Social rents from council

2,649

8.19%

Other social rented

1,011

3.13%

Total households: 32,343

Property prices in Brentwood

Based on 1,079 recent sales, the median property price is £490,000 in Brentwood area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £4,500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	309	£810,000	£477,000	£665,000	£1,080,000	£1,718,000
Flats	228	£270,000	£150,000	£232,250	£320,000	£463,250
Semi-Detached	309	£525,000	£372,000	£455,000	£625,000	£825,000
Terraced	233	£420,000	£311,200	£380,000	£480,000	£702,000

10 years price trend in Brentwood

All wards in Brentwood

Blackmore & Doddinghurst

Brentwood North

Brentwood South

Brentwood West

Brizes, Stondon Massey & South Weald

Herongate, Ingrave & West Horndon

Hutton East

Hutton North

Hutton South

Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing

Pilgrims Hatch

Shenfield

Warley

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