About Rickling Green

Rickling Green is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CB11 postcode area. It is characterised by its rural setting and traditional English countryside. The village features a number of residential homes and is surrounded by fields and farmland, providing a peaceful environment for its residents. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for daily needs. Nearby, visitors can find walking paths that lead through the scenic countryside, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. Rickling Green is also conveniently situated for access to larger towns in Essex, making it a suitable base for those wishing to explore the region further.

School Ratings in Rickling Green

Families in Rickling Green have access to 23 local 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 Rickling Green

Homes sell for an average of £555K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £753K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Rickling Green

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Rickling Green, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Rickling Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Rickling Green among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Rickling Green

Broadband services in Rickling Green range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,753 sales

Average Price £555K
£215 £40.34M
Detached £753K 983
Semi £472K 710
Terraced £373K 495
Flat £235K 427

Deprivation and Employment in Rickling Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Rickling 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
9/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
10/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,440 Children (0-15) 18%
17,513 Working Age 59%
8,802 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 14.6% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.8% 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 Rickling Green 39 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Rickling Green are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

18 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Burglary
4 Vehicle Crime
2 Drugs
2 Other Theft
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Public Order
1 Shoplifting
1 Theft from Person
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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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

Newport (Essex) Train Station 2.7 miles
Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 2.9 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 5.4 miles
Great Chesterford Train Station 8.1 miles
Sawbridgeworth Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Local Government

District Uttlesford
County Essex
Ward Saffron Walden Shire
Constituency Saffron Walden
Parish Saffron Walden
Region East of England