About Ashdon

Ashdon is a village located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It lies within the CB10 postcode area and is situated near the border with Cambridgeshire. The village has a long history, with records indicating its existence in the Domesday Book of 1086. Ashdon is centred around a small cluster of buildings, including a church, a village hall, and a few local shops. The surrounding area is predominantly rural, with open fields and farmland stretching in all directions. The village is accessible by road, with the A1101 passing nearby, and it is within easy reach of larger towns such as Saffron Walden and Braintree. Ashdon retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with regular local events and a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Ashdon

Ashdon is served by 20 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashdon

Property prices average £535K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £654K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashdon

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Ashdon, with 7 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashdon

Ashdon falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ashdon

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Ashdon, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,175 sales

Average Price £535K
£1K — £9M
Detached £654K 882
Semi £422K 511
Terraced £365K 427
Flat £258K 179

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Ashdon Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Castle Camps Church of England (Controlled) Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Linton Heights Junior School Primary 2.9 miles Linton Child and Family Delivery Site 3 miles Linton CofE Infant School Primary Good 3 miles Granta School Requires Improvement 3.1 miles Radwinter Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Linton Village College Secondary Good 3.3 miles St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles R A Butler Infant School Primary Good 3.8 miles R A Butler Junior School Primary Outstanding 3.8 miles St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden Primary Good 3.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ashdon IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Ashdon among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
5,979 Children (0-15) 18%
19,180 Working Age 58%
9,797 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.9% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ashdon 54 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Ashdon falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

19 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Public Order
6 Shoplifting
4 Burglary
3 Bicycle Theft
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Theft
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Great Chesterford Train Station 4.9 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 6.8 miles
Whittlesford Parkway Train Station 7 miles
Shelford (Cambs) Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Steventon End 0.6 miles Church End 0.6 miles Water End 1.2 miles Camps End 1.9 miles Bartlow 1.9 miles Shudy Camps 2.2 miles Hadstock 2.2 miles Little Walden 2.6 miles Stocking Green 2.6 miles Radwinter End 2.6 miles Sewards End 2.8 miles Linton 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Uttlesford
County Essex
Ward Saffron Walden Audley
Constituency Saffron Walden
Parish Saffron Walden
Region East of England

Streets in CB10 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Lane 6 Abbey Street 2 All Saints Close 1 Anso Road 3 Archer Road 1 Ash Green 1 Ashdon Road 14 Aspin Mews 1 B1053 1 Back Lane 1 Bardfield End Green Road 2 Barnards Court 1 Bartholomew Close 1 Bartlow Road 2 Bellingham Buildings 1 Birds Close 1 Bowsers Lane 1 Bradley Mews 1 Bridge Street 3 Brooke Avenue 1 Brookhampton Street 1 Buckenhoe Road 1 Bumpstead Road 1 Bush Lane 1 Butcher Row 2 Butcher's Hill 1 Butler's Lane 1 Butlers Lane 1 Byrds Farm Lane 1 Cambridge Road 1

Postcodes in CB10 50 shown View all postcodes

CB10 1AA CB10 1AD CB10 1AE CB10 1AF CB10 1AG CB10 1AH CB10 1AJ CB10 1AL CB10 1AN CB10 1AP CB10 1AQ CB10 1AR CB10 1AS CB10 1AT CB10 1AU CB10 1AW CB10 1AX CB10 1AY CB10 1AZ CB10 1BB CB10 1BD CB10 1BE CB10 1BG CB10 1BH CB10 1BJ CB10 1BN CB10 1BP CB10 1BQ CB10 1BS CB10 1BT CB10 1BU CB10 1BW CB10 1BX CB10 1BY CB10 1BZ CB10 1DA CB10 1DB CB10 1DE CB10 1DG CB10 1DH CB10 1DQ CB10 1DR CB10 1DS CB10 1DT CB10 1DX CB10 1DY CB10 1DZ CB10 1EA CB10 1EB CB10 1ED