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Great Baddow South & West

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About

Great Baddow South & West is a residential area located on the southern outskirts of Chelmsford, 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 central Chelmsford via major roads like the A414 and A12, making it convenient for commuters. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and professionals alike.

The area features open green spaces such as Great Baddow Recreation Ground, providing leisure opportunities for residents. Public transport links, including bus routes, offer easy access to Chelmsford city centre and surrounding areas. The neighbourhood has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with local events often held at the nearby St Mary’s Church. Its proximity to both urban conveniences and countryside makes it a practical choice for those seeking a balance between city and suburban living.

Area overview

On average Great Baddow South & West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 71 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 of residents in Great Baddow South & West is £46,300 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).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
71
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
23.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

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

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

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 122 recent sales, the median property price is £365,000 in Great Baddow South & West area, with individual transactions ranging from £77,500 up to £1,300,000.

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
Detached24£575,000
Flats33£230,000
Semi-Detached35£440,000
Terraced30£364,000

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.

Data Sources

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