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Stansted South & Birchanger

About

Stansted South & Birchanger is a ward in the Uttlesford district of Essex, covering the southern part of Stansted Mountfitchet and the nearby village of Birchanger. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, from modern developments to older properties. Stansted Mountfitchet is known for its historic castle and railway station, which provides direct links to London and Cambridge. Birchanger offers a quieter, more rural setting with green spaces and woodland.

The ward benefits from good transport connections, including proximity to Stansted Airport and the M11 motorway. Local amenities include schools, shops, and leisure facilities, catering to both residents and commuters. The area retains a village feel in parts, with community events and local pubs adding to its character. Open spaces like Birchanger Wood provide opportunities for walking and outdoor activities.

Area overview

On average Stansted South & Birchanger has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 94 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stansted South & Birchanger is £56,988 per year. There are 3 schools in Stansted South & Birchanger: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Stansted South & Birchanger Population

4,960

Population density

420 per km²

Demographics

British

4,136

83.42%

Other White

330

6.66%

White and Asian (mixed)

1.49%

Other Asian

0.91%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.89%

Total population: 4,958

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

759

40.27%

Owns outright

450

23.87%

Private landlord or letting agency

237

12.57%

Other social rented

195

10.34%

Social rents from council

185

9.81%

Total households: 1,885

Property prices in Stansted South & Birchanger

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in Stansted South & Birchanger area, with individual transactions ranging from £245,000 up to £1,150,000.

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 Stansted South & Birchanger over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	30	£617,500	£428,313	£493,000	£700,000	£875,400
Flats	1	£371,600	£371,600	£371,600	£371,600	£371,600
Semi-Detached	15	£425,000	£365,000	£422,500	£477,500	£574,900
Terraced	29	£355,000	£259,500	£317,000	£385,000	£480,000

10 years median price trend in Stansted South & Birchanger

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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