About Shellow Bowells

Shellow Bowells is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM5 postcode area. It is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The village is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Essex countryside, offering a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. Local amenities include a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of the community. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, making it convenient for those who wish to explore the surrounding areas. Shellow Bowells provides a quiet retreat from the busyness of urban life, appealing to those who appreciate a slower pace.

School Ratings in Shellow Bowells

Shellow Bowells is served by 15 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shellow Bowells

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 Shellow Bowells

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Drugs accounts for the highest share in Shellow Bowells, with 4 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shellow Bowells

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shellow Bowells 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 Shellow Bowells

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Shellow Bowells, 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
2 Secondary
1 Other
Dr Walker's CofE Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Roxwell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Highwood Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Blackmore Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles High Ongar Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles The Ongar Academy Secondary Good 3.8 miles Rodings Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Ongar Primary School Primary 4.2 miles Moreton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Writtle Junior School Primary 4.5 miles Writtle Infant School Primary 4.5 miles Writtle College Limited 16 plus Good 4.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shellow Bowells IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shellow Bowells 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 Shellow Bowells 32 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Shellow Bowells falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

15 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Drugs
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Theft
2 Weapons
1 Burglary
1 Public Order
1 Shoplifting
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 6 stations

Ingatestone Train Station 5.9 miles
Chelmsford Train Station 6.3 miles
Shenfield Train Station 7.8 miles
Sawbridgeworth Train Station 8.6 miles
Billericay Train Station 8.9 miles
Brentwood Train Station 9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Willingale 0.6 miles Miller's Green 0.6 miles Berners Roding 1.2 miles Pigstye Green 1.2 miles Birds Green 1.4 miles Radley Green 1.8 miles Norton Heath 1.9 miles Cooksmill Green 2 miles Cannon's Green 2 miles Pepper's Green 2.2 miles Norton Mandeville 2.2 miles Beauchamp Roding 2.2 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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