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About Hill Green
Hill Green is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CB11 postcode area. The village features a mix of residential homes and open spaces, providing a quiet environment for its residents. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities catering to daily needs.
Surrounding Hill Green are fields and countryside, making it suitable for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, offering easy access to additional services and facilities. Hill Green presents a simple, rural lifestyle, ideal for individuals seeking a peaceful place to live or visit.
School Ratings in Hill Green
Hill Green is served by 20 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 Hill Green
Property prices average £546K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £724K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hill Green
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Hill Green, with 9 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Hill Green
Hill Green 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.
Healthcare in Hill Green
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Hill Green, the nearest being Newport Surgery (2.2 miles away).
Local Data for Hill Green
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Property Prices 2,717 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CB11 postcode area.
Household Income in Hill Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Hill Green is approximately £73,396 a year before tax, 33% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £50,257. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £50,257.
Businesses in Hill Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 922 active businesses based in Hill Green, around 50 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Hill Green IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Hill Green 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.
Crime in Hill Green 49 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Hill Green 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Hill Green
Of the 7,684 households in and around Hill Green, 73% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Hill Green.