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South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting

England / East of England / Chelmsford / South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting

About

South Hanningfield, Stock, and Margaretting form a rural ward in the Chelmsford district, characterized by open countryside and small villages. The area is primarily agricultural, with fields and woodlands dominating the landscape. Stock and Margaretting are historic villages with traditional buildings, while South Hanningfield is known for its reservoir, a key local feature.

The ward has a mix of residential and farming communities, with limited commercial activity. Transport links include the A12, providing access to Chelmsford and London. The area offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle, with local amenities centered around village halls and pubs. The Hanningfield Reservoir also attracts visitors for walking and wildlife spotting.

Area overview

On average South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting is £49,400 per year. There are 4 schools in South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
62
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
5.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting Population
5,736
Population density
132.2 per km²

Demographics

British
5,384
93.86%
Other White
103
1.8%
Irish
57
0.99%
White and Asian (mixed)
30
0.52%
Indian
22
0.38%
Total population: 5,736

Housing

Owns outright
1,089
46.28%
Owns with a mortgage
806
34.25%
Private landlord or letting agency
195
8.29%
Other social rented
180
7.65%
Other forms of private rent
52
2.21%
Total households: 2,353

Property prices in South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £850,000 in South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting area, with individual transactions ranging from £245,000 up to £3,275,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached49£900,331
Flats5£262,000
Semi-Detached16£622,500
Terraced5£447,500

10 years price trend in South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.