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Lexden and Braiswick

About

Lexden and Braiswick is a residential ward located in the northwest of Colchester, Essex. The area is known for its mix of housing, ranging from detached homes to more modest properties, catering to a variety of residents. It includes well-established neighborhoods like Lexden, Braiswick, and Prettygate, with local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks serving the community.

The ward features green spaces like Lexden Park and Prettygate Recreation Ground, providing leisure opportunities. It is well-connected by roads, including the A12, and public transport links to Colchester town center and beyond. The area has a suburban feel, with a focus on family living and community facilities.

Area overview

On average Lexden and Braiswick has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 52 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lexden and Braiswick is £51,496 per year. There are 9 schools in Lexden and Braiswick: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lexden and Braiswick Population

9,609

Population density

331.6 per km²

Demographics

British

8,429

87.74%

Other White

307

3.2%

Indian

185

1.93%

White and Asian (mixed)

108

1.12%

Other Asian

1.01%

Total population: 9,607

Housing

Owns outright

1,786

44.87%

Owns with a mortgage

1,418

35.63%

Private landlord or letting agency

440

11.06%

Social rents from council

227

5.7%

Other forms of private rent

1.58%

Total households: 3,980

Property prices in Lexden and Braiswick

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £400,000 in Lexden and Braiswick area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £1,790,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Lexden and Braiswick over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	67	£575,000	£362,400	£420,000	£700,000	£1,068,500
Flats	13	£215,000	£164,000	£177,500	£270,000	£306,100
Semi-Detached	36	£339,985	£274,250	£318,749	£400,000	£453,750
Terraced	8	£266,500	£220,250	£242,188	£304,375	£387,375

10 years median price trend in Lexden and Braiswick

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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