About Duck End

Duck End is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM23 postcode area. This rural community offers a peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for those looking to escape the busyness of urban life. The village is surrounded by farmland, providing a picturesque backdrop for leisurely walks and outdoor activities. Nearby, visitors can explore the local amenities, including a few shops and a pub that serves traditional fare. The village is well-connected to larger towns in the region, allowing for easy access to additional services and attractions. Duck End is a suitable destination for anyone seeking a quiet retreat in the English countryside.

School Ratings in Duck End

Families in Duck End 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 Duck End

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 Duck End

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Duck End, with 76 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Duck End

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Duck End 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 Duck End

Duck End 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

Average Price £491K
£500 — £29.58M
Detached £676K 2,158
Semi £453K 1,846
Terraced £372K 1,607
Flat £262K 1,343

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
7 Secondary
8 Other
Birchanger Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Birchwood High School Secondary 0.9 miles Forest Hall School Secondary Good 1 miles EH3 Buttercups Family Centre 1 miles Summercroft Primary School Primary Good 1 miles All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery, Bishop's Stortford Primary Good 1 miles St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Hockerill Anglo-European College Secondary Good 1.4 miles The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College Secondary Outstanding 1.5 miles Avanti Meadows Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Magna Carta Primary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Utt1 Spangles Fanmily Hub Good 1.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Duck End IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Duck End 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
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
11,784 Children (0-15) 20%
37,846 Working Age 63%
13,255 Older (60+) 22%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.7% 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 Duck End 301 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Duck End 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.

95 Violence & Sexual Offences
76 Anti-Social Behaviour
35 Shoplifting
19 Other Theft
17 Vehicle Crime
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Burglary
13 Drugs
6 Public Order
3 Weapons
3 Theft from Person
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Robbery
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Essex Uttlesford South 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

Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 1.5 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 1.8 miles
Sawbridgeworth Train Station 5 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 6.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Birchanger 0 yards Tilekiln Green 0.9 miles Start Hill 0.9 miles Stansted Mountfitchet 1.2 miles Burton End 1.4 miles Bishop's Stortford 1.4 miles Bedlar's Green 1.4 miles Hockerill 1.8 miles Hazel End 1.8 miles Great Hallingbury 1.9 miles Takeley Street 2 miles Bentfield Green 2 miles

Local Government

District Uttlesford
County Essex
Ward Stort Valley
Constituency Saffron Walden
Parish Manuden
Region East of England

Streets in CM23 30 shown View all streets

A120 1 A1250 3 Abbotts Way 2 Adams Close 1 Adderley Road 2 Albury Place 1 Alconbury 1 Alder Close 1 All Saints Close 1 Allerthorp Close 2 Alpha Place 2 Ambrose Close 2 Anderson Close 1 Anglesey Close 1 Appleton Fields 2 Apsley Close 1 Apton Fields 1 Apton Road 6 Archer Place 2 Armourers Close 1 Ascot Close 1 Ashby Rise 1 Ashdale 2 Ashwell Drive 1 Aster Close 1 Atherton Close 1 Audrey Gardens 1 Avenue Place 1 Avenue Road 3 Aynsworth Avenue 2

Postcodes in CM23 50 shown View all postcodes

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