About Shalford

Shalford is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM7 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, with a number of local amenities including a primary school and a few shops. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape, making it a pleasant area for outdoor activities. The village is served by a railway station, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. Shalford's community is close-knit, with various local events and activities that foster a sense of togetherness among residents. The area is also well-connected by road, making it easy to explore the wider region of Essex.

School Ratings in Shalford

Families in Shalford have access to 22 local schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shalford

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 Shalford

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

Deprivation and Employment in Shalford

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shalford 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 Shalford

Shalford 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 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
6 Other
Shalford Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Wethersfield CofE VC Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Great Bardfield Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Finchingfield St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy Primary 3.1 miles St Margaret's Preparatory School 3.1 miles Bocking Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Gosfield Community Primary School Primary 3.6 miles The Edith Borthwick School Good 3.7 miles Tabor Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 3.8 miles John Bunyan Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 3.9 miles Gosfield School 4.1 miles St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree Primary Good 4.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shalford IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Shalford 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 Shalford 314 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Shalford 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 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 4 stations

Braintree Train Station 4.7 miles
Braintree Freeport Train Station 5.4 miles
Cressing (Essex) Train Station 6.6 miles
White Notley Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rotten End 0 yards Blackmore End 0.9 miles Beazley End 1.2 miles Church End 1.2 miles Lower Green 1.4 miles School Green 1.4 miles Brickkiln Green 1.4 miles Wethersfield 1.4 miles Shalford Green 1.4 miles Jasper's Green 1.9 miles Waltham's Cross 2 miles Panfield 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