What's the Writtle population and density?

Writtle population is 5,328 with density 294.9 per km².

What are prices by property type in Writtle?

Latest medians: Detached £635,750, Semi-detached £475,000, Terraced £360,000, Flats £252,500.

What's the average income in Writtle?

Average resident income is about £48,400 per year.

What are house prices in Writtle?

Based on 57 recent sales, the median price is £475,000.

How much social housing is near Writtle?

About 13.1% across the Writtle area.

Crime level in Writtle is moderate with about 44 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How deprived is Writtle?

Deprivation score 3/10 (rank 24143 of 32844 in country).

What home types are most common in Writtle?

Housing mix: semi-detached 36.7%, detached 27.2%.

How many households are in Writtle?

There are 2,291 households in Writtle

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Q: What schools in Writtle and how are they rated?

There are 5 schools in Writtle: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / East of England / Chelmsford / Writtle

About

Writtle ward is located in the western part of Chelmsford, Essex. It covers the village of Writtle, known for its historic roots dating back to the Domesday Book. The area includes residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and local amenities such as shops, pubs, and a village hall. Writtle College, a former agricultural college now part of Anglia Ruskin University, is a notable feature in the ward.

The ward is bordered by rural landscapes, offering a mix of suburban and countryside living. It has good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to Chelmsford city center. The River Can runs through the area, adding to its natural appeal. Writtle ward maintains a community-focused atmosphere, with events often held at the village green or nearby Hylands Park.

Area overview

On average Writtle has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Writtle is £48,400 per year. There are 5 schools in Writtle: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

13.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Writtle Population

5,328

Population density

294.9 per km²

Demographics

British

4,793

89.94%

Other White

176

3.3%

Irish

1.2%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

0.92%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.73%

Total population: 5,329

Housing

Owns outright

1,011

44.03%

Owns with a mortgage

656

28.57%

Other social rented

291

12.67%

Private landlord or letting agency

212

9.23%

Social rents from council

3.01%

Total households: 2,296

Property prices in Writtle

Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £475,000 in Writtle area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £1,362,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	16	£635,750	£412,500	£504,500	£943,750	£1,353,125
Flats	6	£252,500	£203,000	£220,250	£282,500	£308,750
Semi-Detached	22	£475,000	£365,050	£430,000	£508,750	£574,250
Terraced	13	£360,000	£297,600	£312,500	£410,000	£497,500

10 years price trend in Writtle

All postcodes in Writtle

CM13HB

Lodge Road

CM13HD

Lodge Road

CM13LS

Long Brandocks

CM13NE

Longmeads Close

CM13NT

Highwood Road

CM13DY

Chancery Place

CM13EA

Bridge Street

CM13FD

Bridge Street

CM13LF

Well Field

CM13ND

Ongar Road

CM13JZ

Nicholas Close

CM13ST

Cow Watering Lane

CM13US

Lucerne Way

CM13WR

Edney Wood

CM13EQ

Lordship Road

CM13EP

St John's Green

CM13RZ

Roxwell Road

CM13SB

Cow Watering Lane

CM13ES

Comyns Place

CM13ET

Chelmsford Road

CM13NA

Little Meadow

CM13NG

Chequers Road

CM13EH

Lordship Road

CM13HE

Margaretting Road

CM13JF

Lodge Road

CM13LQ

Little Meadow

CM13JP

Further Meadow

CM13JQ

The Ryle

CM13LG

Little Meadow

CM13PR

Greenbury Way

CM13RP

Fox Burrows Lane

CM13SA

Cow Watering Lane

CM13NN

East View

CM13JL

Long Brandocks

CM13NU

Back Road

CM13PN

London Road

CM13PB

Cow Watering Lane

CM13RR

Bruce Road

CM13RY

Roxwell Road

CM13EZ

Romans Way

CM13HP

Paradise Road

CM13JB

Lodge Road

CM13NW

Fosters Close

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Data Sources

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

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