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About

Uttlesford is a district in Essex, located in the East of England. It covers an area of approximately 641 square kilometres, with a mix of rural landscapes, historic market towns, and smaller villages. The district includes towns like Saffron Walden, Great Dunmow, and Stansted Mountfitchet, each with distinct character and heritage. The area is known for its agricultural land, woodlands, and proximity to the Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire borders. Stansted Airport, a major transport hub, lies within the district, connecting it to domestic and international destinations.

The district has a population of around 90,000, with a blend of traditional and modern communities. Saffron Walden, one of the oldest towns in the area, features medieval architecture and a thriving market. Great Dunmow retains its historic charm with timber-framed buildings and an annual Flitch Trials festival. Uttlesford’s countryside includes parts of the Essex Way, a long-distance footpath, and the Flitch Way, a disused railway line turned trail. The district balances rural tranquillity with economic activity, influenced by its transport links and local industries.

Area overview

On average Uttlesford has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Uttlesford is £55,570 per year. There are 45 schools in Uttlesford: 38 primary (0 Outstanding and 34 Good) and 4 secondary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Uttlesford Population

91,341

Population density

142.5 per km²

Demographics

British

81,245

88.94%

Other White

4,019

4.4%

Irish

844

0.92%

White and Asian (mixed)

731

0.8%

Other Asian

579

0.63%

Total population: 91,344

Housing

Owns outright

13,177

35.66%

Owns with a mortgage

12,909

34.93%

Private landlord or letting agency

4,519

12.23%

Social rents from council

2,682

7.26%

Other social rented

2,127

5.76%

Total households: 36,955

Property prices in Uttlesford

Based on 1,278 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Uttlesford area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,000 up to £1,925,000.

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 Uttlesford over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	584	£610,000	£380,000	£486,125	£786,250	£1,198,820
Flats	118	£200,000	£106,375	£165,000	£248,750	£455,750
Semi-Detached	301	£425,000	£279,500	£370,000	£515,000	£706,500
Terraced	275	£360,000	£229,400	£310,000	£400,442	£565,000

10 years median price trend in Uttlesford

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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