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Great Baddow South & West

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About

Great Baddow South & West is a residential suburb situated on the southern side of the River Chelmer, directly across from the city centre. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, primarily from the mid-20th century, with numerous cul-de-sacs and quiet streets. It is served by local shopping parades providing everyday essentials, with larger retail options a short drive away. The neighbourhood is functional and well-connected, with regular bus links into Chelmsford.

The geography is defined by the river to the north and expansive open farmland to the south and west. A network of footpaths, including those along the riverbank and through the adjacent Baddow Meads, provides access to green space. The area is anchored by the historic Great Baddow parish church, which stands apart from the main residential zones, offering a distinct focal point amidst the modern development.

Area overview

On average Great Baddow South & West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Great Baddow South & West is £59,579 per year. There are 5 schools in Great Baddow South & West: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Great Baddow South & West is home to around 9,891 people, with a population density of about 3,342.8 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
55
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
23.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Great Baddow South & West Population
9,891
Population density
3,342.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
30.53(-3%)
Anti-social behaviour
5.66(-51%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.16(-19%)
Vehicle crime
4.45(+1%)
Other theft
3.64(-33%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,307
83.99%
Other White
396
4%
Indian
203
2.05%
African
172
1.74%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
113
1.14%
Total population: 9,890

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,408
30.19%
No qualifications
1,489
18.67%
Level 3 (A level)
1,354
16.98%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,160
14.55%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
900
11.29%
Total 16+ residents: 7,975

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,283
30.05%
Owns outright
1,245
29.16%
Other social rented
983
23.03%
Private landlord or letting agency
473
11.08%
Social rents from council
174
4.08%
Total households: 4,269

Property prices in Great Baddow South & West

Based on 126 recent sales, the median property price is £371,250 in Great Baddow South & West area, with individual transactions ranging from £84,000 up to £1,025,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Great Baddow South & West 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 Great Baddow South & West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached43£421,000
Terraced26£350,000
Detached24£612,056
Flats33£225,000

10 years median price trend in Great Baddow South & West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Great Baddow South & West.

All postcodes in Great Baddow South & West

CM27NL

Meadgate Avenue

CM27LY

Meadgate Avenue

CM27UT

Chelwater

CM27UU

Rochester Mews

CM29TL

Winchelsea Drive

CM29RE

Chelmerton Avenue

CM29GD

Gerard Gardens

CM28GU

West Hanningfield Road

CM28DY

Pertwee Drive

CM28HE

Pertwee Drive

CM28HF

Eastwood Park

CM29QX

Baddow Road

CM27NN

Meadgate Avenue

CM29SP

Honey Close

CM29HX

Apple Way

CM28EH

Gowers Avenue

CM28DL

Galleywood Road

CM28EN

Noakes Avenue

CM27NR

Mascalls Way

CM29SX

Beehive Lane

CM29RN

Beehive Court

CM28ES

Hampton Road

CM29FN

Montfort Drive

CM28HB

Dorset Avenue

CM27RA

Chelwater

CM28EU

Readers Court

CM29FS

Ruby Link

CM28HS

Maltings Road

CM29FR

Rothmans Avenue

CM29GG

Waterson Vale

CM29TH

Bramley Place

CM27QB

New Road

CM27HZ

Church Street

CM28JW

Vicarage Mews

CM29GF

Great Baddow East

CM28YY

Dorset Avenue

CM28DR

Galleywood Road

CM27PY

Baddow Road

CM27NE

Meadgate Avenue

CM28GB

Hanlee Brook

CM29SU

Beehive Lane

CM27NB

Meadgate Terrace

CM27NQ

Meadgate Avenue

CM29SR

Great Baddow West

CM29TU

Chilton Close

CM28ZG

Taylor Way

CM28HH

Maltings Road

CM28ET

Gowers Avenue

CM27LJ

Meadgate Avenue

CM29FH

Tydemans

CM29ST

Honeypots

CM28HP

Maltings Road

CM28HU

Park View Crescent

CM28HA

Readers Court

CM29RS

Duffield Road

CM28YZ

Dorset Avenue

CM29TZ

Dorset Avenue

CM29GB

Searle Close

CM28DX

Elm Close

CM28ZF

Greenland Gardens

CM29RL

Great Baddow West

CM28DH

Galleywood Road

CM27SU

Vicarage Lane

CM27HJ

High Street

CM28EF

Plumtree Avenue

CM29SG

Beehive Lane

CM27FH

Chelwater

CM29SL

Orchard Close

CM29TE

Great Baddow West

CM28FR

West Hanningfield Road

CM29QT

Great Baddow East

CM29UD

Dorset Close

CM29SA

Sawkins Close

CM29FF

Lambourne Chase

CM29QZ

Baddow Road

CM28EA

Pertwee Drive

CM28HJ

Maltings Road

CM28HT

Sydner Close

CM29TP

Loftin Way

CM28HY

Vicarage Lane

CM28LX

Beehive Lane

CM29TS

Belgrave Close

CM27LG

Meadgate Avenue

CM27QA

Baddow Road

CM28HW

Lucksfield Way

CM29SN

Firecrest Road

CM28DW

Galleywood Road

CM28DP

Galleywood Road

CM28JQ

The Westerings

CM29SE

Sawkins Avenue

CM27HX

Church Street

CM29FL

Hopwood View

CM27HU

Reynards Court

CM29RT

Westbourne Grove

CM29GX

Goodwin Close

CM27JH

Colley Road

CM29TQ

Beehive Lane

CM27PZ

Baddow Road

CM27PB

Meadgate Avenue

CM27GD

Spooner Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.