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13,768
Population
5,229
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£70,373
Avg. household income
1,118
Businesses
120
People per km²
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About Wright's Green

Wright's Green is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CM22 postcode area. It is situated close to the larger town of Bishop's Stortford, which offers a range of amenities and services. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. Surrounding the area are fields and farmland, providing a rural atmosphere that many residents appreciate.

The village is well-connected by road, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. Local transport options include bus services that link Wright's Green to Bishop's Stortford and surrounding areas. While the village itself has limited facilities, its proximity to larger settlements ensures that residents can enjoy both the peace of village life and the conveniences of urban living.

School Ratings in Wright's Green

Wright's Green is served by 57 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wright's Green

Property prices average £614K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £647K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wright's Green

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Wright's Green, with 12 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wright's Green

Wright's Green falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Healthcare in Wright's Green

There are 12 GP surgeries within three miles of Wright's Green, the nearest being The Eden Surgeries (1.7 miles away).

Local Data for Wright's Green

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Property Prices 2,168 sales

Average Price £614K
£1K , £123.97M
Detached £647K 1,196
Semi £429K 498
Terraced £354K 297
Flat £252K 53

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

36 Primary
10 Secondary
11 Other
Good 4
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM22 postcode area.

Little Hallingbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 116 yards Howe Green House School Not applicable 0.8 miles Spellbrook CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles The Bishop's Stortford High School Secondary Outstanding 1.6 miles Thorley Hill Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Leventhorpe Secondary Good 1.8 miles Reedings Junior School Primary Good 1.8 miles Hatfield Heath Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Richard Whittington Primary School Primary 1.9 miles EH6 Duckling Green Family Centre Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Thorn Grove Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Fawbert and Barnard Infants' School Primary Outstanding 2 miles

Household Income in Wright's Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Wright's Green is approximately £70,373 a year before tax, 27% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,771. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Wright's Green £70,373
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £49,771.

Businesses in Wright's Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,118 active businesses based in Wright's Green, around 81 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 17 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,118 Total businesses
81 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Wright's Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Wright's Green among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
10/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 19%
2,788 Children (0-15) 20%
8,418 Working Age 61%
2,554 Older (65+) 19%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.9% 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 Wright's Green 50 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Wright's Green falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Anti-social behaviour 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.

Anti-Social Behaviour 12
Violence & Sexual Offences 11
Other Theft 10
Vehicle Crime 8
Criminal Damage & Arson 2
Drugs 2
Shoplifting 2
Other Crime 2
Public Order 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Sawbridgeworth Train Station 1.9 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 2.4 miles
Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 4.6 miles
Roydon Train Station 7.5 miles
St Margarets (Herts) Train Station 8.4 miles
Rye House Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Hallingbury 0 yards Gaston Green 0.6 miles Howe Green 0.9 miles Woodside Green 0.9 miles Latchmore Bank 0.9 miles Mott's Green 0.9 miles Spellbrook 1.2 miles The Ryes 1.4 miles Great Hallingbury 1.4 miles Hallingbury Street 1.8 miles Hatfield Heath 1.8 miles Thorley Street 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Uttlesford
County Essex
Ward Elsenham & Henham
Constituency Saffron Walden
Parish Henham
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Wright's Green

Of the 5,320 households in and around Wright's Green, 75% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 12% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Wright's Green.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wright's Green

What is the population of Wright's Green?
Wright's Green has a population of approximately 13,768 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Wright's Green?
The average property in and around Wright's Green sold for about £613,606, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 76% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Wright's Green a deprived area?
Wright's Green sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Wright's Green?
Wright's Green is covered by the CM22 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Wright's Green?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Wright's Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Wright's Green?
The nearest railway station to Wright's Green is Sawbridgeworth Train Station, about 1.9 miles away.

Streets in CM22 30 shown View all streets

A1060 4 A120 1 Alsa Gardens 2 Alsa Leys 2 Ardley Crescent 1 Ash View 1 Askew Close 1 Aston Lodge 1 Aylett Close 1 Back Lane 2 Bailey Close 1 Bambers Green Road 3 Barley Close 1 Barley Way 1 Barnfield 1 Barrington Hall 1 Bedlars Green Road 5 Bedwell Road 2 Beehive Court 1 Bentleys 1 Blossom Hill Drive 1 Blossom Place 1 Brick End Lane 1 Broad Street 2 Broadfield Road 1 Brook Springs Grove 2 Broom Farm Road 1 Broomfields 4 Broomshawbury Lane 2 Bullocks Lane 1

Postcodes in CM22 50 shown View all postcodes

CM22 6AA CM22 6AB CM22 6AD CM22 6AE CM22 6AF CM22 6AG CM22 6AH CM22 6AJ CM22 6AL CM22 6AN CM22 6AP CM22 6AQ CM22 6AR CM22 6AS CM22 6AT CM22 6AU CM22 6AW CM22 6AX CM22 6AY CM22 6AZ CM22 6BA CM22 6BB CM22 6BD CM22 6BE CM22 6BG CM22 6BH CM22 6BJ CM22 6BL CM22 6BN CM22 6BP CM22 6BQ CM22 6BS CM22 6BT CM22 6BU CM22 6BW CM22 6BY CM22 6BZ CM22 6DA CM22 6DB CM22 6DD CM22 6DE CM22 6DF CM22 6DG CM22 6DH CM22 6DJ CM22 6DL CM22 6DN CM22 6DP CM22 6DQ CM22 6DR