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About Belchamp Walter
Belchamp Walter is a small village located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It lies within the CO10 postcode area and is situated near the border with Suffolk. The village is part of the wider rural landscape of the Essex countryside, with open fields and scattered farmsteads surrounding it. The name suggests a historical connection to the Walter family, and the area has been inhabited since at least the medieval period. The village church, St Mary’s, is a notable local landmark and reflects the long-standing community presence. While small in size, Belchamp Walter retains a sense of traditional English village life, with a close-knit community and a quiet, rural atmosphere. It is accessible by road from nearby towns such as Braintree and Saffron Walden, and is within easy reach of the larger centres of Colchester and Chelmsford.
School Ratings in Belchamp Walter
There are 29 schools in and around Belchamp Walter. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Belchamp Walter
The average property price is £354K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £469K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Belchamp Walter
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Belchamp Walter, with 21 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Belchamp Walter
Belchamp Walter sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Local Data for Belchamp Walter
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Property Prices 7,769 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CO10 postcode area.
Household Income in Belchamp Walter ONS 2023
The average total household income in Belchamp Walter is approximately £53,661 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,623. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £39,623.
Businesses in Belchamp Walter ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,137 active businesses based in Belchamp Walter, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 31 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Belchamp Walter IMD 2025
Belchamp Walter sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Belchamp Walter 166 crimes · May 2026
Belchamp Walter records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 2 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Belchamp Walter
Of the 21,378 households in and around Belchamp Walter, 68% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Belchamp Walter.