About Birchanger
Birchanger is a small village located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It lies within the CM23 postcode area and is situated near the border with Hertfordshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. It is close to the A120 road, which provides access to nearby towns and cities, including Chelmsford and Braintree. The surrounding area is largely rural, with open fields and scattered woodland. Birchanger is also near the village of Great Dunmow, which offers additional amenities. The community is quiet and family-oriented, with local schools and a few small shops serving residents. The village has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to the medieval period.
School Ratings in Birchanger
Families in Birchanger have access to 45 local schools. Windhill21, The Bishop's Stortford High School and The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Birchanger
Homes sell for an average of £491K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £676K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Birchanger
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Birchanger, with 43 incidents recorded in January 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Birchanger
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Birchanger among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Broadband and Mobile Internet in Birchanger
Birchanger benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.
Property Prices 7,172 sales
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Deprivation and Employment in Birchanger IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Birchanger experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Birchanger 234 crimes · January 2026
Crime in Birchanger is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.