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About

Witham West 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 west of the town center, offering easy access to local amenities and transport links, including Witham railway station, which provides direct services to London Liverpool Street.

The ward features several green spaces, including Powershall End and the River Brain, which provide recreational opportunities for residents. Local schools, shops, and community facilities cater to everyday needs. Witham West has a relatively quiet atmosphere, with a focus on family-friendly living. The area is well-connected to larger towns like Chelmsford and Colchester, making it a practical choice for commuters.

Area overview

On average Witham West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 66 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Witham West is £43,495 per year. There are 2 schools in Witham West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
66
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
21.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Witham West Population
6,798
Population density
1,439.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,039
88.81%
Other White
244
3.59%
Other Asian
92
1.35%
African
64
0.94%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
61
0.9%
Total population: 6,800

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
917
32.68%
Owns outright
915
32.61%
Other social rented
512
18.25%
Private landlord or letting agency
277
9.87%
Social rents from council
143
5.1%
Total households: 2,806

Property prices in Witham West

Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £312,500 in Witham West area, with individual transactions ranging from £180,000 up to £660,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Witham West in the 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 Witham West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£357,500
Flats3£195,000
Semi-Detached20£376,750
Terraced34£303,750

10 years median price trend in Witham West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Witham West.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.