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Witham North

England / East of England / Braintree / Witham North

About

Witham North is a residential ward located in the town of Witham, part of the Braintree district in Essex. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is situated to the north of the town center, providing easy access to local amenities and transport links, including Witham railway station.

The ward features several green spaces, including Powers Hall End recreation ground, which offers sports facilities and play areas. Witham North is served by local schools, shops, and healthcare services, catering to families and older residents. The A12 runs nearby, connecting the area to Colchester and London. Housing developments have expanded in recent years, adding to the ward's population.

Area overview

On average Witham North has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 84 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Witham North is £45,591 per year. There are 1 schools in Witham North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
84
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
23.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Witham North Population
7,483
Population density
2,147 per km²

Demographics

British
6,558
87.63%
Other White
302
4.04%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
75
1%
Other Asian
67
0.9%
White and Asian (mixed)
59
0.79%
Total population: 7,484

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,059
33.87%
Owns outright
815
26.06%
Private landlord or letting agency
498
15.93%
Other social rented
490
15.67%
Social rents from council
196
6.27%
Total households: 3,127

Property prices in Witham North

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Witham North area, with individual transactions ranging from £84,000 up to £688,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached16£497,400
Flats21£180,000
Semi-Detached27£365,000
Terraced30£301,250

10 years price trend in Witham North

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.