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 42 schools in and around Bentfield Green. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bentfield Green

The average property price is £584K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £626K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bentfield Green

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Bentfield Green, with 5 recorded incidents in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bentfield Green

Broadband availability in Bentfield Green includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,335 sales

Average Price £584K
£500 — £123.97M
Detached £626K 479
Semi £469K 291
Terraced £367K 416
Flat £231K 105

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

29 Primary
6 Secondary
7 Other
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 All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery, Bishop's Stortford Primary Good 2.3 miles Birchwood High School Secondary 2.3 miles

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
2,977 Children (0-15) 20%
9,144 Working Age 62%
3,576 Older (60+) 24%
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 53 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Bentfield Green sit broadly in line with national averages for a small town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

22 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Vehicle Crime
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Public Order
3 Drugs
3 Shoplifting
2 Burglary
2 Other Theft
2 Weapons
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Essex Uttlesford South Visit force website →
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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

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 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 CM24 8AQ CM24 8AR