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.
On average Uttlesford has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 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).
Ashdon
Broad Oak & the Hallingburys
Clavering
Debden & Wimbish
Elsenham & Henham
Felsted & Stebbing
Flitch Green & Little Dunmow
Great Dunmow North
Great Dunmow South & Barnston
Hatfield Heath
High Easter & the Rodings
Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts
Newport
Saffron Walden Audley
Saffron Walden Castle
Saffron Walden Shire
Stansted North
Stansted South & Birchanger
Stort Valley
Takeley
Thaxted & the Eastons
The Sampfords