About Smith's Green

Smith's Green is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CB9 postcode area. The village features a mix of residential homes and open spaces, making it a pleasant place for families and individuals seeking a quieter lifestyle. The local community is friendly, and there are a few amenities available, including a local shop and a primary school, which serve the needs of residents. Surrounding Smith's Green are several walking paths and fields, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and enjoying the natural environment. The village is well-connected by road, allowing for easy access to nearby towns and cities. Overall, Smith's Green offers a simple, community-oriented living experience in the English countryside.

School Ratings in Smith's Green

Smith's Green is served by 18 schools. Churchill Special Free School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Smith's Green

Property prices average £311K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £225K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Smith's Green

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Smith's Green, with 19 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Smith's Green

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Smith's Green 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 Smith's Green

Most properties in Smith's Green can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,612 sales

Average Price £311K
£2K — £6.69M
Detached £401K 1,420
Semi £277K 1,075
Terraced £225K 1,754
Flat £185K 203

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Steeple Bumpstead Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Cartwheels Family Hub Good 2.6 miles Castle Camps Church of England (Controlled) Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Clements Primary Academy Primary Good 2.7 miles Burton End Primary Academy Primary Good 3 miles St Felix Roman Catholic Primary School, Haverhill Primary Good 3 miles Churchill Special Free School Outstanding 3.1 miles Coupals Primary Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Place Farm Primary Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Castle Manor Academy Secondary Good 3.3 miles Great Sampford Community Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Westfield Primary Academy Primary Good 3.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Smith's Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Smith's Green 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
4/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
8/10
6,838 Children (0-15) 20%
21,161 Working Age 62%
8,213 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% 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 Smith's Green 180 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Smith's Green 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 town.

97 Violence & Sexual Offences
19 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Anti-Social Behaviour
11 Other Theft
9 Other Crime
7 Drugs
5 Burglary
5 Public Order
5 Shoplifting
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Weapons
3 Robbery
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 2 stations

Newport (Essex) Train Station 9.9 miles
Great Chesterford Train Station 10 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Helions Bumpstead 0.9 miles Wiggens Green 1.2 miles Steeple Bumpstead 1.4 miles Pale Green 1.4 miles Olmstead Green 2 miles Hempstead 2.2 miles Finkle Green 2.5 miles Birdbrook 2.6 miles Hazel Stub 2.6 miles Sturmer 2.6 miles Castle Camps 2.6 miles New England 2.8 miles

Local Government

District West Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Haverhill East
Constituency West Suffolk
Parish Haverhill
Region East of England

Streets in CB9 30 shown View all streets

A1307 2 A143 4 Abbotts Court 1 Abbotts Road 2 Abercorn Court 2 Alde Road 4 Aldeburgh Close 1 Aldham Court 1 Allington Walk 1 Amey Close 1 Anglian Place 1 Ann Coles Close 1 Ann Suckling Road 1 Antonia Close 1 Aragon Road 2 Archer Way 1 Argyle Court 1 Arms Lane 1 Arrendene Road 2 Arundel Walk 1 Ash Grove 2 Ashlea Close 3 Ashlea Road 1 Aspen Close 1 Atterton Road 1 Augustus Close 1 B1061 4 Bailey Close 1 Baines Coney 1 Balmoral Drive 1

Postcodes in CB9 50 shown View all postcodes

CB9 0AA CB9 0AB CB9 0AD CB9 0AE CB9 0AF CB9 0AG CB9 0AH CB9 0AJ CB9 0AL CB9 0AN CB9 0AP CB9 0AQ CB9 0AR CB9 0AS CB9 0AT CB9 0AU CB9 0AW CB9 0AX CB9 0AY CB9 0AZ CB9 0BA CB9 0BB CB9 0BD CB9 0BF CB9 0BL CB9 0BN CB9 0BQ CB9 0BS CB9 0BT CB9 0BU CB9 0BW CB9 0BX CB9 0BY CB9 0BZ CB9 0DA CB9 0DB CB9 0DD CB9 0DE CB9 0DF CB9 0DG CB9 0DH CB9 0DJ CB9 0DL CB9 0DN CB9 0DP CB9 0DQ CB9 0DR CB9 0DS CB9 0DT CB9 0DU