About Norwood End

Norwood End is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM5 postcode area. This rural community is characterised by its traditional English countryside setting, offering a peaceful atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities that cater to the needs of the community. Surrounding Norwood End, the landscape features open fields and agricultural land, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. The village is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. While it may not have extensive attractions, Norwood End serves as a quiet retreat for those looking to experience the simplicity of village life in Essex.

School Ratings in Norwood End

Norwood End is served by 13 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Norwood End

Property prices average £578K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £505K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Norwood End

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Norwood End, with 5 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Norwood End

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Norwood End 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 Norwood End

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Norwood End, 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 1,533 sales

Average Price £578K
£1K — £3.15M
Detached £785K 487
Semi £505K 535
Terraced £409K 247
Flat £256K 176

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
1 Secondary
Dr Walker's CofE Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Moreton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Matching Green Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles The Ongar Academy Secondary Good 2.7 miles High Ongar Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Ongar Primary School Primary 3 miles Rodings Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Chipping Ongar Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Blackmore Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles Hatfield Heath Primary School Primary Good 4.9 miles Sheering Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Norwood End IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Norwood End 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
3,929 Children (0-15) 18%
12,547 Working Age 59%
6,399 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.3% 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 Norwood End 43 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Norwood End experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established small town.

21 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
2 Burglary
2 Public Order
2 Vehicle Crime
2 Other Crime
1 Drugs
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Essex Epping and Ongar 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

Sawbridgeworth Train Station 6.2 miles
Ingatestone Train Station 7.8 miles
Chelmsford Train Station 8.8 miles
Shenfield Train Station 8.9 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 9.1 miles
Brentwood Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Birds Green 1.2 miles Woodend 1.2 miles Fyfield 1.2 miles Little Laver 1.4 miles Cannon's Green 1.4 miles Beauchamp Roding 1.8 miles Moreton 2 miles Willingale 2 miles Miller's Green 2 miles Shelley 2 miles Abbess End 2 miles Abbess Roding 2 miles

Local Government

District Epping Forest
County Essex
Ward Chipping Ongar, Greensted and Marden Ash
Constituency Brentwood and Ongar
Parish Ongar
Region East of England

Streets in CM5 30 shown View all streets

Abbess Road 6 Abbey Close 1 Acres Avenue 2 Anchor Lane 3 Ashlyns Lane 3 Aukingford Gardens 2 Aukingford Green 1 Banson's Lane 1 Bansons Mews 1 Bansons Way 3 Bansons Yard 3 Barker Way 2 Barron's Close 1 Bassett's Lane 2 Berners Roding Road 4 Berwick Lane 5 Betjeman Way 2 Birds Green 4 Blake Hall Road 2 Bobbingworth Mill 1 Bowes Drive 3 Brentwood Road 3 Bridge Road 1 Brookfields 1 Bushy Lea 2 Cannons Lane 5 Carters Yard 1 Castle Street 2 Chelmsford Road 5 Church Lane 3

Postcodes in CM5 50 shown View all postcodes

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