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 55 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wright's Green

Property prices average £620K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £655K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wright's Green

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Wright's Green, with 5 incidents logged in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wright's Green

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Wright's Green, 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 1,946 sales

Average Price £620K
£1K £123.97M
Detached £655K 1,053
Semi £434K 487
Terraced £379K 253
Flat £257K 54

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
8,078 Children (0-15) 19%
26,072 Working Age 62%
10,178 Older (60+) 24%
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 27 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Wright's Green 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.

7 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Other Theft
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Shoplifting
2 Burglary
2 Weapons
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
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

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

Local Government

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