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Halstead St Andrew's

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About

Halstead St Andrew's ward encompasses the northern neighbourhoods of the town of Halstead, within the wider Braintree district. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of housing types from different periods. It includes local amenities such as schools and community facilities serving its population. The ward is bordered by open countryside to the north, providing a distinct edge to the built-up area.

A notable local feature is the presence of the former Head Street Drill Hall, a historic building that has been adapted for community use. The ward's layout includes several smaller greens and cul-de-sacs, creating a quieter environment compared to the town centre. Public footpaths lead from the residential streets directly into the surrounding rural landscape, connecting the area to local walks.

Area overview

On average Halstead St Andrew's has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 69 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Halstead St Andrew's is £53,742 per year. There are 3 schools in Halstead St Andrew's: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Halstead St Andrew's is home to around 6,485 people, with a population density of about 1,829.5 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
69
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
11%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Halstead St Andrew's Population
6,485
Population density
1,829.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
36.55(+18%)
Shoplifting
19.89(+180%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.09(-39%)
Public order
6.01(+16%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.86(-9%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,032
92.97%
Other White
188
2.9%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
42
0.65%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
31
0.48%
Other Asian
29
0.45%
Total population: 6,488

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,246
23.36%
Level 3 (A level)
1,022
19.16%
No qualifications
965
18.09%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
925
17.34%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
685
12.84%
Total 16+ residents: 5,334

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,006
36.37%
Owns with a mortgage
943
34.09%
Private landlord or letting agency
424
15.33%
Other social rented
262
9.47%
Social rents from council
69
2.49%
Total households: 2,766

Property prices in Halstead St Andrew's

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £323,750 in Halstead St Andrew's area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £735,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Halstead St Andrew's 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 Halstead St Andrew's over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached35£400,000
Flats15£161,000
Semi-Detached22£326,000
Terraced30£282,000

10 years median price trend in Halstead St Andrew's

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Halstead St Andrew's.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.