About Great Oxney Green

Great Oxney Green is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM1 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. It features a mix of traditional and modern housing, providing a sense of community among its residents. The surrounding countryside is predominantly agricultural, with fields and farms contributing to the local landscape. The village is conveniently situated near larger towns, allowing for easy access to amenities and services. Local transport links make it simple to reach nearby areas for shopping and leisure activities. Great Oxney Green is an ideal spot for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining close to urban conveniences. The village is also within reach of various outdoor spaces, perfect for walking and enjoying the natural surroundings.

School Ratings in Great Oxney Green

Great Oxney Green is served by 67 schools. Tanglewood Nursery School, Chelmsford Hospital School, Chelmsford County High School for Girls and King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 18 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Great Oxney Green

Property prices average £454K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £404K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Great Oxney Green

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Great Oxney Green, with 91 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Great Oxney Green

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Great Oxney Green falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Great Oxney Green

Most properties in Great Oxney Green can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,633 sales

Average Price £454K
£100 — £38.76M
Detached £621K 2,367
Semi £404K 2,589
Terraced £351K 2,030
Flat £228K 2,344

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

40 Primary
10 Secondary
17 Other
Writtle Infant School Primary 0.8 miles Writtle Junior School Primary 0.8 miles Writtle College Limited 16 plus Good 0.9 miles Hylands School Secondary Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery Primary Good 1.7 miles Westlands Community Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Roxwell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Community College Initiative Ltd Good 2 miles Highwood Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Newlands Spring Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 2.2 miles Widford Lodge School 2.2 miles Kings Road Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Great Oxney Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Great Oxney Green in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
18,344 Children (0-15) 19%
61,070 Working Age 63%
21,857 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.7% 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 Great Oxney Green 709 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Great Oxney Green is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

311 Violence & Sexual Offences
91 Shoplifting
62 Anti-Social Behaviour
50 Public Order
47 Other Theft
39 Criminal Damage & Arson
32 Drugs
19 Burglary
17 Vehicle Crime
16 Other Crime
11 Robbery
8 Bicycle Theft
3 Weapons
3 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Essex Chelmsford West 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 6 stations

Chelmsford Train Station 2.6 miles
Ingatestone Train Station 4.7 miles
Billericay Train Station 7.1 miles
Shenfield Train Station 7.9 miles
Hatfield Peverel Train Station 8.5 miles
Wickford Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Writtle 0.6 miles Little Oxney Green 0.6 miles Newney Green 0.9 miles Edney Common 1.4 miles Roxwell 1.8 miles Loves Green 1.8 miles Cooksmill Green 1.9 miles Widford 2 miles Chignall St James 2 miles Boyton Cross 2 miles Highwood 2.2 miles Chelmsford 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Chelmsford
County Essex
Ward Waterhouse Farm
Constituency Chelmsford
Parish Chelmsford, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in CM1 30 shown View all streets

Abbess Close 1 Acer Grove 2 Acres End 1 Admirals Walk 1 Alamein Road 1 Albany Close 1 Albemarle Link 2 Aldeburgh Way 2 Alick Hornsnell View 1 All Saints Close 1 Alma Drive 2 Alyssum Close 1 Anderson Avenue 2 Andrews Place 3 Anjou Green 1 Anvil Way 1 Apple Court 1 Arbour Lane 3 Armistice Avenue 6 Armours Lane 1 Arnhem Road 1 Arthur Court 1 Arthur Turp Close 1 Arun Close 1 Ashford Place 1 Ashford Road 1 Ashtree Close 1 Ashtree Crescent 1 Ashurst Drive 1 Aster Court 1

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