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Waltham Abbey North

About

Waltham Abbey North is a residential area located in the northern part of Waltham Abbey, within the Epping Forest district. It is bordered by the River Lea to the west and the M25 motorway to the north. The area features a mix of housing, including detached homes, terraced properties, and modern developments. Green spaces like the Lee Valley Park provide recreational opportunities, while local amenities include schools, shops, and pubs.

The area has historical significance, with Waltham Abbey Church dating back to the 12th century. Transport links include the A121 road and proximity to Waltham Cross railway station. The nearby Lee Valley Regional Park offers walking and cycling routes, connecting to wider nature reserves. Waltham Abbey North balances suburban living with access to both countryside and urban centres like London.

Area overview

On average Waltham Abbey North has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 80 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Waltham Abbey North is £45,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Waltham Abbey North: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Waltham Abbey North Population

7,714

Population density

3,524 per km²

Demographics

British

5,843

75.74%

Other White

538

6.97%

African

221

2.86%

Other

209

2.71%

Caribbean

184

2.38%

Total population: 7,715

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

930

29.95%

Owns outright

897

28.89%

Social rents from council

738

23.77%

Private landlord or letting agency

259

8.34%

Other social rented

203

6.54%

Total households: 3,105

Property prices in Waltham Abbey North

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £390,000 in Waltham Abbey North area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £710,000.

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 Waltham Abbey North over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£580,000	£508,000	£540,000	£581,000	£581,800
Flats	15	£200,000	£143,500	£185,500	£235,000	£284,500
Semi-Detached	26	£441,000	£348,750	£417,000	£499,750	£628,750
Terraced	23	£380,000	£330,500	£352,000	£402,500	£441,800

10 years median price trend in Waltham Abbey North

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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