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Location in EssexGreat Hallingbury sits where the marker shows within the county.

13,768
Population
5,229
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£70,373
Avg. household income
1,118
Businesses
120
People per km²
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About Great Hallingbury

Great Hallingbury is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM22 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. It is situated close to the River Stort, which adds to the area's natural appeal. The local community is friendly, and there are several amenities available, including a few shops and a pub where residents and visitors can gather.

The village is well-connected by road and rail, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. Great Hallingbury is also in proximity to Stansted Airport, which is just a short drive away. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, with various paths and green spaces available for leisure activities. Overall, Great Hallingbury provides a peaceful setting for those looking to experience village life in Essex.

School Ratings in Great Hallingbury

Families in Great Hallingbury have access to 51 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Great Hallingbury

Homes sell for an average of £614K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £647K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Great Hallingbury

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Great Hallingbury, with 4 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Great Hallingbury

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Great Hallingbury 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.

Healthcare in Great Hallingbury

There are 8 GP surgeries within three miles of Great Hallingbury, the nearest being Helix Medical Centre (1.3 miles away).

Local Data for Great Hallingbury

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Property Prices 2,168 sales

Average Price £614K
£1K , £123.97M
Detached £647K 1,196
Semi £429K 498
Terraced £354K 297
Flat £252K 53

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

32 Primary
9 Secondary
10 Other
Good 4
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM22 postcode area.

Howe Green House School Not applicable 0.6 miles Thorn Grove Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Little Hallingbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College Secondary Outstanding 1.5 miles Thorley Hill Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles EH3 Buttercups Family Centre 1.6 miles Summercroft Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Birchwood High School Secondary 1.6 miles Hockerill Anglo-European College Secondary Good 1.7 miles White Trees Independent School Not applicable Good 1.7 miles All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery, Bishop's Stortford Primary Good 1.8 miles The Bishop's Stortford High School Secondary Outstanding 1.8 miles

Household Income in Great Hallingbury ONS 2023

The average total household income in Great Hallingbury is approximately £70,373 a year before tax, 27% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,771. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Great Hallingbury £70,373
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £49,771.

Businesses in Great Hallingbury ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,118 active businesses based in Great Hallingbury, around 81 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 17 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,118 Total businesses
81 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Great Hallingbury IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Great Hallingbury 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
7/10
Health
10/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 19%
2,788 Children (0-15) 20%
8,418 Working Age 61%
2,554 Older (65+) 19%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.9% 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 Great Hallingbury 28 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Great Hallingbury 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 9
Anti-Social Behaviour 4
Criminal Damage & Arson 4
Shoplifting 4
Other Theft 3
Burglary 2
Public Order 1
Vehicle 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 6 stations

Bishops Stortford Train Station 1.8 miles
Sawbridgeworth Train Station 3.3 miles
Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 3.3 miles
Roydon Train Station 8.8 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 8.8 miles
St Margarets (Herts) Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hallingbury Street 0.6 miles Howe Green 0.6 miles Woodside Green 0.6 miles Bedlar's Green 0.9 miles Latchmore Bank 1.4 miles Hockerill 1.4 miles Little Hallingbury 1.4 miles Wright's Green 1.4 miles Tilekiln Green 1.4 miles Start Hill 1.4 miles Gaston Green 1.8 miles Bishop's Stortford 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Uttlesford
County Essex
Ward Elsenham & Henham
Constituency Saffron Walden
Parish Henham
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Great Hallingbury

Of the 5,320 households in and around Great Hallingbury, 75% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 12% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Great Hallingbury.

Frequently Asked Questions about Great Hallingbury

What is the population of Great Hallingbury?
Great Hallingbury has a population of approximately 13,768 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Great Hallingbury?
The average property in and around Great Hallingbury sold for about £613,606, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 76% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Great Hallingbury a deprived area?
Great Hallingbury 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 Great Hallingbury?
Great Hallingbury is covered by the CM22 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Great Hallingbury?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Great Hallingbury, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Great Hallingbury?
The nearest railway station to Great Hallingbury is Bishops Stortford Train Station, about 1.8 miles away.

Streets in CM22 30 shown View all streets

A1060 4 A120 1 Alsa Gardens 2 Alsa Leys 2 Ardley Crescent 1 Ash View 1 Askew Close 1 Aston Lodge 1 Aylett Close 1 Back Lane 2 Bailey Close 1 Bambers Green Road 3 Barley Close 1 Barley Way 1 Barnfield 1 Barrington Hall 1 Bedlars Green Road 5 Bedwell Road 2 Beehive Court 1 Bentleys 1 Blossom Hill Drive 1 Blossom Place 1 Brick End Lane 1 Broad Street 2 Broadfield Road 1 Brook Springs Grove 2 Broom Farm Road 1 Broomfields 4 Broomshawbury Lane 2 Bullocks Lane 1

Postcodes in CM22 50 shown View all postcodes

CM22 6AA CM22 6AB CM22 6AD CM22 6AE CM22 6AF CM22 6AG CM22 6AH CM22 6AJ CM22 6AL CM22 6AN CM22 6AP CM22 6AQ CM22 6AR CM22 6AS CM22 6AT CM22 6AU CM22 6AW CM22 6AX CM22 6AY CM22 6AZ CM22 6BA CM22 6BB CM22 6BD CM22 6BE CM22 6BG CM22 6BH CM22 6BJ CM22 6BL CM22 6BN CM22 6BP CM22 6BQ CM22 6BS CM22 6BT CM22 6BU CM22 6BW CM22 6BY CM22 6BZ CM22 6DA CM22 6DB CM22 6DD CM22 6DE CM22 6DF CM22 6DG CM22 6DH CM22 6DJ CM22 6DL CM22 6DN CM22 6DP CM22 6DQ CM22 6DR