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Waltham Abbey West

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About

Waltham Abbey West ward lies within the historic market town of Waltham Abbey, bordered by the River Lea to the west and the M25 motorway to the south. The area encompasses residential neighbourhoods, local shopping parades along Honey Lane, and significant areas of open space. It includes the grounds of the former Royal Gunpowder Mills, a large historic site with waterways and woodland. The residential streets are primarily a mix of post-war housing and more recent developments, serving as a commuter base for London.

The ward is defined by its blend of urban and semi-rural elements, with the Lee Valley Regional Park providing extensive recreational paths and waterways along its western edge. The area's historical connection to the gunpowder industry is a notable aspect of its identity. Daily life centres on local schools, community facilities, and the proximity to the town centre with its ancient abbey. Transport links are provided by nearby rail stations and major road networks, connecting the area to wider Essex and the capital.

Area overview

On average Waltham Abbey West has average deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 19.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Waltham Abbey West is £53,034 per year. The median sale price in Waltham Abbey West is £361,250 (around £442 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £257,500 and £431,250. There are 1 schools in Waltham Abbey West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
19.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Waltham Abbey West

Median price: £361,250
Price per sq ft: £442
Sales (last 12 months): 80
Typical range (middle 50%): £258K – £431K

Based on 80 recent sales, the median property price is £361,250 (about £442 per square foot) in Waltham Abbey West area, with individual transactions ranging from £145,000 up to £845,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Waltham Abbey West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached7£645,000£466
Terraced21£415,000£440
Semi-Detached16£402,625£470
Flats36£241,250£419

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Waltham Abbey West

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Waltham Abbey West.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£540,008£210,000£520,000£342,500
2017£460,000£227,000£385,000£345,000
2018£432,500£225,000£387,500£339,000
2019£660,000£207,500£397,498£350,000
2020£645,000£250,000£440,000£351,750
2021£635,000£249,000£440,000£345,000
2022£550,000£261,500£467,500£395,000
2023£535,000£261,000£425,000£390,000
2024£830,000£262,500£475,500£400,000
2025£669,000£238,000£420,000£390,250
2026£530,000£270,000£440,000£425,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Waltham Abbey West.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Waltham Abbey West.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£371£428£324£364
2017£389£400£438£388
2018£401£394£422£425
2019£426£381£401£401
2020£374£382£401£386
2021£470£405£417£465
2022£431£438£495£432
2023£502£480£459£431
2024£413£441£442£442
2025£466£434£476£443
2026£508£419£504£432
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Waltham Abbey West.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Waltham Abbey West in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Epping Forest district.

Band A£1,518
Band B£1,771
Band C£2,024
Band D£2,277
Band E£2,783
Band F£3,289
Band G£3,795
Band H£4,554

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Waltham Abbey West ward.

Local councillors

Josh Webb

Waltham Abbey West - Elected 7 May 2026

Reform UK

Frequently asked questions about Waltham Abbey West

What is the average house price in Waltham Abbey West?

The median sale price in Waltham Abbey West is £361,250 (about £442 per square foot) based on 80 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

Are there good schools in Waltham Abbey West?

Waltham Abbey West has 1 primary school (1 Good). Ratings are official Ofsted judgements or Area360 summaries of the latest available inspection grades.

How deprived is Waltham Abbey West?

Waltham Abbey West scores 6 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Waltham Abbey West sits around rank 14,070 of 32,844 in England on the official Index of Multiple Deprivation (rank 1 is the most deprived).

What is the average household income in Waltham Abbey West?

The average household income in Waltham Abbey West is around £53,034 per year, and 20% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Waltham Abbey West?

Waltham Abbey West is represented by 1 elected councillor: Josh Webb (Reform UK).

All postcodesin Waltham Abbey West

EN93YG

Bradley Road

EN91RL

Paradise Road

EN91NH

Farm Hill Road

EN91PX

Tudor Way

EN91LQ

Thaxted Way

EN91EY

Manor Road

EN91BL

Walton Gardens

EN91HS

Brooker Road

EN93YL

Deer Park Way

EN91BU

Highbridge Street

EN91FR

Church Street

EN91JF

Cannon Mews

EN91SL

Rochford Avenue

EN91DG

Highbridge Street

EN91DE

Highbridge Street

EN91LN

Broomstick Hall Road

EN91NP

Sewardstone Road

EN93AD

Lodge Lane

EN91RW

Fountain Place

EN91HL

Greenfield Street

EN91LL

The Gladeway

EN91LP

Broomstick Hall Road

EN91XE

Howard Business Park

EN91QQ

Pasfield

EN91LH

The Cobbins

EN91QH

Takeley Close

EN91HR

Quaker Lane

EN91EE

Sun Street

EN91NY

Cobbins Bank

EN91FS

Greenyard

EN91BN

Powdermill Lane

EN91XF

Howard Close

EN91NU

Nobel Villas

EN93XT

Kendal Road

EN93YN

Deer Park Way

EN91FF

Darby Drive

EN91PG

Rue De St Lawrence

EN93XX

Christie Road

EN91QZ

Romeland

EN91HH

Victoria Road

EN91FE

Cartersfield Road

EN91HF

Quaker Lane

EN91PA

The Green

EN93AB

Beechfield Walk

EN91NN

Farm Hill Road

EN91SB

St Pauls Way

EN91HE

Victoria Road

EN91SF

Cypress Close

EN91RH

Greenyard

EN91RR

Leverton Way

EN91PF

Rue De St Lawrence

EN91DA

Joyce Court

EN91JA

Sewardstone Street

EN93YP

Rush Drive

EN93YZ

Roman Way

EN91RU

Orchard Gardens

EN91LY

Windsor Wood

EN91XQ

Abbeyview

EN93YQ

Rush Drive

EN91JY

Beaulieu Drive

EN91EZ

Milton Street

EN91RT

Audley Gardens

EN91PH

Foxes Parade

EN91DZ

Highbridge Street

EN91TL

Congreve Road

EN91BP

Grove Court

EN91RB

Cornmill

EN91NA

Sewardstone Road

EN91JQ

Powdermill Lane

EN91HU

Abbey Mead Industrial Park

EN93XU

Howse Road

EN91HJ

Greenfield Street

EN92AE

Galleyhill Road

EN91JE

Flagstaff Road

EN91QF

Newteswell Drive

EN91LU

The Green

EN91HP

Harveyfields

EN91TQ

Congreve Road

EN91SJ

Oak Close

EN91PR

Moremead

EN91PS

Crooked Mile

EN91XB

Howard Close

EN91NE

Farm Hill Road

EN91NF

Manor Road

EN93YH

Harrison Road

EN91DL

Market Square

EN91LG

Quendon Drive

EN89AN

Waltham Abbey West

EN91BE

Grove Court

EN93YJ

Arnold Road

EN91NJ

Farm Hill Road

EN91NW

Joyce Court

EN91FA

Howard Close

EN91PZ

Margaret Close

EN93BZ

Fleming Road

EN93XQ

Deer Park Way

EN93YX

Burrows Chase

EN91NX

The Green

EN91DU

Market Square

EN91PB

Lexden Terrace