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South Woodham Ferrers South

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About

South Woodham Ferrers South is a residential area located in the eastern part of Chelmsford, Essex. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is situated near the River Crouch, providing easy access to riverside walks and green spaces. Local amenities include schools, shops, and leisure facilities, catering to families and commuters.

The area is well-connected by road, with the A132 providing links to Chelmsford city centre and the A130 for wider travel. Public transport options include bus services, though the nearest train station is in South Woodham Ferrers town centre. The nearby Marsh Farm Country Park offers outdoor activities, while the town centre provides additional shopping and dining options. The area maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere with a focus on community living.

Area overview

On average South Woodham Ferrers South has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 27 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Woodham Ferrers South is £53,200 per year. There are 1 schools in South Woodham Ferrers South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
27
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
8.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

South Woodham Ferrers South Population
8,009
Population density
2,441.4 per km²

Demographics

British
7,394
92.29%
Other White
131
1.64%
Irish
78
0.97%
Indian
59
0.74%
White and Asian (mixed)
52
0.65%
Total population: 8,012

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,339
40.36%
Owns outright
1,189
35.83%
Private landlord or letting agency
471
14.2%
Other social rented
237
7.14%
Other forms of private rent
39
1.18%
Total households: 3,318

Property prices in South Woodham Ferrers South

Based on 98 recent sales, the median property price is £390,000 in South Woodham Ferrers South area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,000 up to £950,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached47£515,000
Flats11£170,000
Semi-Detached13£337,500
Terraced27£315,000

10 years price trend in South Woodham Ferrers South

All postcodes in South Woodham Ferrers South

CM35YX

Broughton Road

CM35GB

Ashmans Row

CM35GW

Brace Walk

CM35LD

Gandalf's Ride

CM37AZ

Marsh Farm Road

CM35GZ

Hallowell Down

CM37AD

Bree Hill

CM35LW

Chamberlains Ride

CM35LX

Chamberlains Ride
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Data Sources

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