About Henham

Henham is a small village located in Essex, England, with the postcode area CM22. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. It has a close-knit community feel, where local events and gatherings are often held to foster connections among residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, with several footpaths leading through the fields. Henham is also conveniently situated near larger towns, providing easy access to more extensive amenities and services. The village is well connected by road, making it a suitable base for exploring the wider Essex area.

School Ratings in Henham

Henham is served by 22 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Henham

Property prices average £620K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £655K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Henham

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Henham, with 5 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Henham

Henham falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Henham

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Henham, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,946 sales

Average Price £620K
£1K — £123.97M
Detached £655K 1,053
Semi £434K 487
Terraced £379K 253
Flat £257K 54

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

18 Primary
3 Secondary
1 Other
Henham and Ugley Primary and Nursery School Primary 0.3 miles Elsenham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Rickling Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Bentfield Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.7 miles Utt1 Spangles Fanmily Hub Good 2.8 miles Magna Carta Primary Academy Primary Good 2.9 miles Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Forest Hall School Secondary Good 3.2 miles St Mary's CofE Foundation Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Newport Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Manuden Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Birchanger Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Henham IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Henham among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
10/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
8,078 Children (0-15) 19%
26,072 Working Age 62%
10,178 Older (60+) 24%
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 Henham 27 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Henham falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

7 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Other Theft
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Shoplifting
2 Burglary
2 Weapons
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
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 5 stations

Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 3 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 3.5 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 5.8 miles
Great Chesterford Train Station 9 miles
Sawbridgeworth Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woodend Green 0.6 miles Old Mead 0.9 miles Elsenham Sta 0.9 miles Ugley 1.2 miles Ugley Green 1.4 miles Little Henham 1.4 miles Elsenham 1.4 miles Pledgdon Green 1.8 miles Chickney 1.9 miles Gaunt's End 1.9 miles Cherry Green 2 miles Church End 2 miles

Local Government

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

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 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 CM22 6DS