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10,049
Population
2,718
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£71,230
Avg. household income
511
Businesses
227
People per km²
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About Bentfield Green

Bentfield Green is a small settlement located in the county of Essex, within the CM24 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional English village feel. The green itself is a central open space, often used for local community gatherings and informal recreation. The surrounding homes are mostly semi-detached or detached, with a mix of modern and older properties. The village is well-connected to nearby towns such as Colchester and Clacton-on-Sea, with regular bus services and road access via the A120. It offers a calm lifestyle with easy access to amenities and natural surroundings.

School Ratings in Bentfield Green

There are 44 schools in and around Bentfield Green. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bentfield Green

The average property price is £602K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £620K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bentfield Green

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bentfield Green, with 18 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bentfield Green

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bentfield Green ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Bentfield Green

There are 8 GP surgeries within three miles of Bentfield Green, the nearest being Peacock Surgery (0.7 miles away).

Local Data for Bentfield Green

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Property Prices 1,307 sales

Average Price £602K
£100 , £123.97M
Detached £620K 456
Semi £446K 284
Terraced £357K 392
Flat £234K 113

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

29 Primary
8 Secondary
7 Other
Good 5

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM24 postcode area.

Bentfield Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.4 miles Magna Carta Primary Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Utt1 Spangles Fanmily Hub Good 0.7 miles St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Manuden Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Forest Hall School Secondary Good 1.3 miles Birchanger Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Farnham Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Avanti Meadows Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Avanti Grange Secondary School Secondary 2.1 miles All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery, Bishop's Stortford Primary Good 2.3 miles

Household Income in Bentfield Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bentfield Green is approximately £71,230 a year before tax, 29% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £50,346. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bentfield Green £71,230
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £50,346.

Businesses in Bentfield Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 511 active businesses based in Bentfield Green, around 51 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

511 Total businesses
51 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bentfield Green IMD 2025

Bentfield Green is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
10/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 18%
2,030 Children (0-15) 20%
6,263 Working Age 62%
1,752 Older (65+) 17%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.8% 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 Bentfield Green 97 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Bentfield Green sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 29
Anti-Social Behaviour 18
Public Order 11
Vehicle Crime 11
Criminal Damage & Arson 7
Shoplifting 6
Drugs 5
Other Theft 5
Burglary 2
Weapons 1
Theft from Person 1
Other Crime 1
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

Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 0.7 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 3 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 5.1 miles
Sawbridgeworth Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bentfield Bury 0.6 miles Hazel End 0.9 miles Manuden 0.9 miles Stansted Mountfitchet 0.9 miles Ugley Green 1.8 miles Maggots End 1.8 miles Chatter End 1.9 miles Fuller's End 1.9 miles Level's Green 2 miles Farnham 2 miles Elsenham 2 miles Mallows Green 2 miles

Local Government

District Uttlesford
County Essex
Ward Stansted South & Birchanger
Constituency Saffron Walden
Parish Stansted Mountfitchet
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Bentfield Green

Of the 4,008 households in and around Bentfield Green, 72% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 72% Social rented 13% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bentfield Green.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bentfield Green

What is the population of Bentfield Green?
Bentfield Green has a population of approximately 10,049 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bentfield Green?
The average property in and around Bentfield Green sold for about £602,455, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 73% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bentfield Green a deprived area?
Bentfield Green sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bentfield Green?
Bentfield Green is covered by the CM24 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bentfield Green?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bentfield Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bentfield Green?
The nearest railway station to Bentfield Green is Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in CM24 30 shown View all streets

A120 1 Alderbury Road 1 Alsa Street 3 Banks Lane 1 Bassingbourn Road 10 Bassingbourn Roundabout 2 Bayford Way 1 Beech Close 1 Belmer Road 1 Bentfield Bower 2 Bentfield Close 1 Bentfield End Causeway 2 Bentfield Gardens 2 Bentfield Green 2 Bentfield Place and Hall Barns 2 Bentfield Road 3 Blake Mews 1 Bluebell Drive 1 Blythwood Gardens 3 Brewery Yard 2 Brook Cottages 1 Brook Road 1 Brook View 1 Bugle Close 1 Burnells Way 1 Bury Lodge Lane 2 Cambridge Road 7 Cannons Court 3 Cannons Mead 1 Carters Drive 1

Postcodes in CM24 50 shown View all postcodes

CM24 1AE CM24 1AF CM24 1AH CM24 1AN CM24 1AQ CM24 1AR CM24 1AS CM24 1AT CM24 1BA CM24 1BB CM24 1FE CM24 1HA CM24 1PP CM24 1PS CM24 1PY CM24 1PZ CM24 1QH CM24 1QJ CM24 1QL CM24 1QN CM24 1QQ CM24 1QU CM24 1QW CM24 1QX CM24 1RA CM24 1RB CM24 1RE CM24 1RG CM24 1RJ CM24 1RL CM24 1RN CM24 1RP CM24 1RR CM24 1RW CM24 1RY CM24 1SA CM24 1SF CM24 1SG CM24 1SJ CM24 8AA CM24 8AB CM24 8AD CM24 8AE CM24 8AF CM24 8AG CM24 8AH CM24 8AJ CM24 8AL CM24 8AN CM24 8AP