About Debden Green

Debden Green is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CB11 postcode area. Surrounded by the English countryside, it offers a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The village features a mix of traditional and modern homes, reflecting the area's development over the years. Local amenities include a small shop and a community hall, which often hosts events and gatherings. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying nature, making it a pleasant area for outdoor activities. Debden Green is well-connected to nearby towns, allowing for easy access to additional facilities and services.

School Ratings in Debden Green

Families in Debden Green have access to 18 local schools. R A Butler Junior School and Saffron Walden County High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Debden Green

Homes sell for an average of £555K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £753K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Debden Green

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Debden Green, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Debden Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Debden Green 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 Debden Green

Broadband services in Debden Green range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,753 sales

Average Price £555K
£215 — £40.34M
Detached £753K 983
Semi £472K 710
Terraced £373K 495
Flat £235K 427

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
2 Secondary
Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles Wimbish Primary Academy Primary 2.1 miles Thaxted Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Henham and Ugley Primary and Nursery School Primary 3.3 miles Katherine Semar Junior School Primary 3.5 miles Katherine Semar Infant School Primary 3.5 miles Newport Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport Secondary Good 3.6 miles Radwinter Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden Primary Good 4 miles R A Butler Infant School Primary Good 4.1 miles R A Butler Junior School Primary Outstanding 4.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Debden Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Debden Green 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.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
10/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,440 Children (0-15) 18%
17,513 Working Age 59%
8,802 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 14.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.8% 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 Debden Green 39 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Debden Green are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

18 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Burglary
4 Vehicle Crime
2 Drugs
2 Other Theft
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Public Order
1 Shoplifting
1 Theft from Person
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Essex Clavering and Thaxted Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Newport (Essex) Train Station 3.4 miles
Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 6.1 miles
Great Chesterford Train Station 7.6 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rook End 1.2 miles Hamperden End 1.2 miles Elder Street 1.2 miles Debden 1.4 miles Howlett End 1.4 miles Cutlers Green 1.8 miles Cherry Green 1.9 miles Tye Green 2.2 miles Chickney 2.5 miles Thaxted 2.6 miles Widdington 2.6 miles Sucksted Green 2.6 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in CB11 30 shown View all streets

Adams Court 1 Allard Way 1 Alpha Place 2 Andrews Close 1 Ansgar Road 1 Arkesden Road (Clatterbury Lane) 1 Audley Court 1 Audley End 3 Audley End Road 4 Audley Road 3 Auton Croft 1 Barlee Close 1 Barley Court 1 Barnard Close 1 Barnards Yard 1 Basil Way 1 Beard's Lane 1 Bearwalden Business Park 1 Beck Road 1 Beeches Close 2 Bells Close 1 Belmont Hill 2 Birdbush Avenue 1 Bishops Way 1 Blacklands Close 1 Bluebell Drive 1 Blyth Court 1 Borough Lane 4 Bowker Close 1 Boytons Acre 1

Postcodes in CB11 50 shown View all postcodes

CB11 3AA CB11 3AB CB11 3AD CB11 3AE CB11 3AF CB11 3AG CB11 3AH CB11 3AJ CB11 3AN CB11 3AP CB11 3AQ CB11 3AR CB11 3AS CB11 3AU CB11 3AY CB11 3AZ CB11 3BH CB11 3BJ CB11 3BL CB11 3BN CB11 3BP CB11 3BQ CB11 3BS CB11 3BT CB11 3BU CB11 3BW CB11 3BX CB11 3BY CB11 3BZ CB11 3DA CB11 3DB CB11 3DD CB11 3DE CB11 3DF CB11 3DG CB11 3DH CB11 3DJ CB11 3DL CB11 3DN CB11 3DQ CB11 3DR CB11 3DS CB11 3DU CB11 3DW CB11 3DX CB11 3DZ CB11 3EA CB11 3ED CB11 3EE CB11 3EF