About Oxen End

Oxen End is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM7 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, characterised by its rural surroundings and a close-knit community. The village offers a peaceful environment, making it suitable for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while still being within reach of larger towns. The nearest town is Braintree, which is just a short drive away and provides various amenities, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. Oxen End is well-connected by road, allowing easy access to the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions. The area is primarily agricultural, with fields and farmland contributing to the local landscape. Visitors can enjoy walks in the countryside and experience the simple charm of village life.

School Ratings in Oxen End

Families in Oxen End have access to 9 local schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Oxen End

Homes sell for an average of £335K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £314K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Oxen End

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Oxen End, with 42 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Oxen End

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Oxen End around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Oxen End

Oxen End 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 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 9 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
1 Other
Great Bardfield Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy Primary 2.4 miles Wethersfield CofE VC Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Stebbing Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Thaxted Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Shalford Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Great Sampford Community Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Great Easton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Helena Romanes School All-through Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Oxen End IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Oxen End are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

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 Oxen End 314 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Oxen End is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

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 Clavering and Thaxted 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

Braintree Train Station 7.2 miles
Braintree Freeport Train Station 8 miles
Cressing (Essex) Train Station 9 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 9.2 miles
Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Bardfield 0.9 miles Great Bardfield 0.9 miles Bustard Green 1.4 miles Bridge End 1.4 miles Lindsell 1.8 miles Holder's Green 2 miles Waltham's Cross 2 miles Duck End 2 miles Hawkspur Green 2 miles Finchingfield 2.2 miles Bardfield Saling 2.2 miles Richmond's Green 2.5 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