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Takeaways| Council | Colchester |
| Crime Rate | High for an East of England suburb 111% above the national average. |
| Demographics | 🎓 Students😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
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The average house price in Greenstead is £248,750, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Greenstead house price trends over the last 30 years.
£248,750
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£161,563
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Is Greenstead a nice place to live?
Greenstead is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Greenstead?
Greenstead has a high crime rate for an East of England suburb, with around 158 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 111% above the national average, and 138% above the Essex average.
What are the best schools in Greenstead?
Greenstead has 27 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are The Gilberd School and St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Roach Vale Primary School and Colchester Academy. Note: 1 school is currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Greenstead?
The majority of residents in Greenstead identify as White (British) (74%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (81%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.