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Maldon West

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About

Maldon West ward encompasses the western residential neighbourhoods of the town, characterised by post-war and more recent housing developments. The area is primarily residential, with local shopping parades serving the community's daily needs. It contains several schools and recreational grounds, contributing to its function as a family-oriented suburb. The layout is defined by quiet, winding streets and cul-de-sacs, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes.

The ward's western boundary is partially formed by the tidal River Blackwater, with some areas offering views across the marshes and water. This proximity to the estuary landscape provides a distinct contrast to the built environment. A network of footpaths leads from the housing estates towards the river wall, allowing for local walks alongside the creeks and saltings that define this edge of the town.

Area overview

On average Maldon West has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 60 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Maldon West is £62,769 per year. There are 1 schools in Maldon West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Maldon West is home to around 4,191 people, with a population density of about 1,474.9 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
60
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
9.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Maldon West Population
4,191
Population density
1,474.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
33.4(+7%)
Other theft
6.2(+12%)
Shoplifting
5.49(-23%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.25(-18%)
Public order
3.82(-27%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,932
93.78%
Other White
66
1.57%
Irish
36
0.86%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
22
0.52%
White and Asian (mixed)
21
0.5%
Total population: 4,193

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
982
27.64%
Level 3 (A level)
684
19.25%
No qualifications
624
17.56%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
528
14.86%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
373
10.5%
Total 16+ residents: 3,553

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
818
45.17%
Owns with a mortgage
615
33.96%
Other social rented
179
9.88%
Private landlord or letting agency
123
6.79%
Shared ownership
39
2.15%
Total households: 1,811

Property prices in Maldon West

Based on 95 recent sales, the median property price is £380,000 in Maldon West area, with individual transactions ranging from £107,500 up to £750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Maldon 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 Maldon West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached33£530,000
Flats5£130,000
Semi-Detached50£358,000
Terraced7£292,500

10 years median price trend in Maldon West

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

Data Sources

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