About Howe Green

Howe Green is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM2 postcode area. It is situated just a few miles south of the city of Chelmsford, making it easily accessible for those looking to explore the surrounding countryside or visit the city. The village features a mix of residential properties, including traditional homes and modern developments, providing a glimpse into the local community. The area is primarily rural, with fields and greenery surrounding the village. Howe Green is served by local amenities, including a few shops and services that cater to residents. For those interested in outdoor activities, there are several walking paths and open spaces nearby, allowing for leisurely strolls and a connection with nature. Overall, Howe Green offers a quiet lifestyle with convenient access to larger urban areas.

School Ratings in Howe Green

Families in Howe Green have access to 71 local schools. Beehive Lane Community Primary School and Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Howe Green

Homes sell for an average of £426K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £229K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Howe Green

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Howe Green, with 79 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Howe Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Howe Green among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Howe Green

Howe Green 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 8,890 sales

Average Price £426K
£100 — £61.05M
Detached £622K 1,676
Semi £425K 2,326
Terraced £342K 2,110
Flat £229K 2,455

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

44 Primary
8 Secondary
19 Other
The Sandon School Secondary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Clarity Independent School Inadequate 0.9 miles Baddow Hall Infant School Primary 1.1 miles Baddow Hall Junior School Primary Good 1.1 miles Octavia House Schools, Essex Outstanding 1.3 miles Woodcroft Nursery School Nursery Good 1.7 miles Larkrise Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Great Baddow High School Secondary Good 1.8 miles Beehive Lane Community Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.9 miles Meadgate Primary School Primary 2 miles Danbury Park Community Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Galleywood Infant School Primary Good 2.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Howe Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Howe Green 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
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
13,718 Children (0-15) 18%
47,069 Working Age 62%
18,491 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above 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 Howe Green 630 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Howe Green are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

264 Violence & Sexual Offences
79 Shoplifting
48 Anti-Social Behaviour
47 Other Theft
44 Public Order
42 Criminal Damage & Arson
25 Drugs
23 Burglary
19 Vehicle Crime
14 Other Crime
9 Robbery
7 Bicycle Theft
5 Weapons
4 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Essex Chelmsford 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 6 stations

Chelmsford Train Station 3.3 miles
South Woodham Ferrers Train Station 5.1 miles
Battlesbridge Train Station 5.8 miles
Hatfield Peverel Train Station 6.1 miles
Wickford Train Station 6.1 miles
Ingatestone Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sandon 0.6 miles Little Mascalls 0.9 miles Galleyend 1.2 miles Butt's Green 1.2 miles Woodhill 1.4 miles Baddow Park 1.4 miles Reader's Corner 1.4 miles Great Claydons 1.4 miles Great Baddow 1.8 miles Galleywood 2 miles Horne Row 2 miles Danbury 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Chelmsford
County Essex
Ward Moulsham and Central
Constituency Chelmsford
Parish Chelmsford, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in CM2 30 shown View all streets

Abbotts Place 2 Abell Way 1 Albra Mead 1 Alder Drive 2 Aldridge Close 1 Alexander Mews 1 Alfred Mews 1 Allen Way 1 Amcotes Place 1 Amoss Road 1 Anchor Street 3 Annonay Walk 1 Apple Way 1 Arbutus Close 1 Archers Way 4 Argyll Road 1 Arnold Way 1 Ash Grove 2 Ashmeads 1 Ashton Place 1 Atholl Road 1 Attwoods Close 1 Avenue Road 1 Avila Chase 1 Baddow Hall Avenue 1 Baddow Hall Crescent 3 Baddow Place Avenue 1 Baddow Road 28 Baden Powell Close 1 Badgers Close 1

Postcodes in CM2 50 shown View all postcodes

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