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About

Hedingham ward is located in the northeastern part of the Braintree district. The area is primarily defined by the two communities of Sible Hedingham and Castle Hedingham, which are separated by the River Colne. The landscape is characterised by a mix of residential development and surrounding agricultural land. The ward functions as a local service centre for its population, with facilities centred along the main roads connecting the settlements.

The historic core of Castle Hedingham is dominated by its Norman keep, a prominent stone fortress that overlooks the village. This structure is a significant local landmark and represents the area's medieval origins. The local economy includes a blend of small independent businesses, light industry, and commuting links to larger towns. The River Colne and its associated water meadows provide a distinct green corridor through the ward.

Area overview

On average Hedingham has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hedingham is £60,184 per year. There are 5 schools in Hedingham: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Hedingham is home to around 6,015 people, with a population density of about 191.0 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
11.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hedingham Population
6,015
Population density
191 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
23.77(-25%)
Other theft
5.82(+6%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.82(-40%)
Vehicle crime
3.33(-24%)
Public order
3.16(-38%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,663
94.16%
Other White
120
2%
Irish
35
0.58%
White and Asian (mixed)
33
0.55%
Other Asian
29
0.48%
Total population: 6,014

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,192
24.25%
Level 3 (A level)
913
18.58%
No qualifications
894
18.19%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
828
16.85%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
616
12.53%
Total 16+ residents: 4,915

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
908
36%
Owns with a mortgage
891
35.33%
Private landlord or letting agency
307
12.17%
Other social rented
287
11.38%
Social rents from council
71
2.82%
Total households: 2,522

Property prices in Hedingham

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £312,000 in Hedingham area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £810,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hedingham 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 Hedingham over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£480,000
Flats4£167,500
Semi-Detached23£311,000
Terraced19£270,000

10 years median price trend in Hedingham

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hedingham.

All postcodes in Hedingham

CO93LT

Hedingham

CO93AH

Rushley Green

CO93RP

Forrey Green

CO93ND

Alexandra Road

CO93JZ

Webster Close

CO93RL

Braintree Road

CO93JU

Sparrow Close

CO93LG

Highstreet Green

CO93DL

Castle Lane

CO93DX

Crouch Green

CO93RJ

Halstead Road

CO93QE

Christmas Field

CO93JL

Hawkwood Road

CO93EN

St James Street

CO93BZ

Churchponds

CO93NG

Spurgeon Close

CO93LL

Graves Hall Road

CO93LS

Hedingham

CO93JG

Recreation Road

CO93LU

Morris Green

CO93FA

Hogarth Court

CO93PY

Rippers Court

CO93PE

Oak Walk

CO93NX

Graysmead

CO93FF

Osier Way

CO93HD

Riverside Way

CO93PT

Swan Street

CO93NZ

Beech Grove

CO93LR

Morris Green

CO93JT

Swan Court

CO93LB

Wethersfield Road

CO93EX

Queen Street

CO93PU

Swan Street

CO93PL

St Peters View

CO93LZ

Wethersfield Road

CO93PA

Graysmead

CO93PH

Willow Dene

CO93LE

Prayors Hill

CO93HH

New Park

CO93RR

The Bungalows

CO93EZ

Queen Street

CO93BS

Falcon Square

CO93RA

Swan Street

CO93FP

Plaza Close

CO93QF

Charlton Close

CO93PB

Graysmead

CO93DJ

Bayley Street

CO93DH

Castle Close

CO93AG

Sudbury Road

CO93QL

Oxford Meadow

CO93RT

Lamb Lane

CO93JJ

Hawkwood Road

CO93NJ

Parkfields

CO93RY

Cobbs Fenn

CO93NR

School Road

CO93ED

Ruffles Yard

CO93FD

Edward Crescent

CO93YZ

Swan Street

CO93PR

Swan Street

CO93EJ

St James Street

CO93RS

Lamb Lane

CO93QJ

Yeldham Road

CO93NP

Alexandra Road

CO93JW

Hilton Way

CO93LD

Wethersfield Road

CO93RN

Southey Green

CO93JS

Hawkwood Road

CO93RH

Queen Street

CO93FG

Woodpecker Lane

CO93DG

Bayley Street

CO93LJ

Morris Green

CO93EG

Kirby Hall Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/06/2026.