About Little London

Little London is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM7 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Braintree, which provides access to various amenities and services. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. Local facilities include a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of the community. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking and cycling. Little London is well-connected by road, making it easy to reach nearby towns and attractions. The village provides a quiet setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life while still being close to essential services and transport links.

School Ratings in Little London

There are 8 schools in and around Little London. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Little London

The average property price is £335K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £314K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Little London

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Little London, with 42 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Little London

Little London sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Little London

Broadband speeds in Little London are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,548 sales

Average Price £335K
£100 — £5.93M
Detached £478K 1,896
Semi £314K 2,182
Terraced £276K 1,748
Flat £186K 1,413

Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy Primary 1.7 miles Great Sampford Community Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Wethersfield CofE VC Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Great Bardfield Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Steeple Bumpstead Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield Primary Good 3.7 miles Ridgewell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Great Yeldham Primary Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Little London IMD 2025

Little London sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
15,369 Children (0-15) 18%
51,156 Working Age 61%
22,024 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.2% 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 Little London 314 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Little London sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

137 Violence & Sexual Offences
42 Shoplifting
23 Public Order
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
19 Criminal Damage & Arson
19 Vehicle Crime
17 Drugs
16 Other Theft
8 Burglary
5 Weapons
4 Other Crime
3 Bicycle Theft
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Essex Braintree Central 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 2 stations

Braintree Train Station 9.2 miles
Braintree Freeport Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cornish Hall End 0.6 miles Howe Street 0.9 miles Duck End 1.2 miles Robinhood End 1.4 miles Hawkin's Hill 1.8 miles Finchingfield 1.9 miles Craig's End 2.2 miles Little Sampford 2.2 miles Stambourne Green 2.2 miles Great Sampford 2.5 miles Gainsford End 2.5 miles Bridge End 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Braintree
County Essex
Ward Braintree Central & Beckers Green
Constituency Braintree
Parish Braintree, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in CM7 30 shown View all streets

Achilles Way 2 Acorn Avenue 2 Aetheric Road 2 Albemarle Gardens 1 Albert Road 3 Alexander Road 1 Alienor Avenue 2 Allan Williams View 1 Alpha Close 1 Andrew Close 1 Anglia Way 1 Anson Way 1 Arnhem Grove 3 Ash Bungalows 1 Ashpole Road 1 Austen Close 1 B1018 1 B1256 4 Badger Grove 1 Badger Mount 1 Bailey Bridge Road 5 Bailey's Gant 1 Bakers Farm Lane 2 Bamboo Crescent 2 Bank Street 1 Bardfield Road 16 Barley Court 1 Barn Mead 1 Barryfields 1 Bartram Avenue North 1

Postcodes in CM7 50 shown View all postcodes

CM7 0GY CM7 0HL CM7 0HP CM7 0JQ CM7 0JR CM7 0JS CM7 0JX CM7 0LD CM7 0LG CM7 0LP CM7 0LQ CM7 0NA CM7 0NJ CM7 0NP CM7 0NR CM7 0NT CM7 0NX CM7 0NY CM7 0PB CM7 0PD CM7 0PE CM7 0PF CM7 0PH CM7 0PL CM7 0PN CM7 0PR CM7 0PS CM7 0PT CM7 0PU CM7 0PW CM7 0PX CM7 0SA CM7 0SB CM7 0SD CM7 0SE CM7 0SF CM7 0SG CM7 0SH CM7 0SJ CM7 0SL CM7 0SP CM7 0SQ CM7 0SR CM7 0SS CM7 0ST CM7 0SU CM7 0SW CM7 0SX CM7 0SY CM7 0SZ