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Beauchamps High SchoolOutstandingThe Wickford Church of England SchoolOutstandingHilltop Infant SchoolOutstandingDownham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary SchoolGoodRunwell Community Primary SchoolGoodThe average house price in Downham is £830,000, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Downham house price trends over the last 30 years.
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Is Downham a nice place to live?
Yes, Downham is a very good place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B+. This means it ranks highly among places in Essex. It particularly appeals to homeowner families. Expect a relaxed, countryside way of life away from the hustle and bustle.
How safe is Downham?
Downham has an above average crime rate for an East of England village, with around 36 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 51% below the national average, and 46% below the Essex average. The comparison is stabilised for a small population.
What are the best schools in Downham?
Downham has 7 schools nearby. Schools rated Good by Ofsted include Hilltop Junior School, Runwell Community Primary School, Rettendon Primary School. Note: 1 school is currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Downham?
The majority of residents in Downham identify as White (British) (94%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (95%). The most common religion is Christian (59%).