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About South Green
South Green is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM11 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area with a mix of housing styles, including modern homes and traditional properties. The village is surrounded by open countryside, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors.
Local amenities include a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of the community. South Green is well-connected to nearby towns, making it a convenient location for those who commute. The village has a friendly atmosphere, with a sense of community among its residents. Overall, South Green offers a peaceful environment while being close to larger urban areas.
School Ratings in South Green
Families in South Green have access to 84 local schools. St Peter's Catholic Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in South Green
Homes sell for an average of £560K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £791K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in South Green
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across South Green, with 25 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in South Green
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places South 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.
Healthcare in South Green
There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of South Green, the nearest being South Green Surgery (0.1 miles away).
Local Data for South Green
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Property Prices 2,410 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM11 postcode area.
Household Income in South Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in South Green is approximately £73,426 a year before tax, 33% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,724. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £49,724.
Businesses in South Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 913 active businesses based in South Green, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in South Green IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, South 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.
Crime in South Green 141 crimes · May 2026
Crime in South Green is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in South Green
Of the 7,858 households in and around South Green, 82% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 10% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering South Green.