School Catchments and House Prices in Felsted
In the Felsted area, 1 school was graded Good at their last graded Ofsted inspection (before September 2024), and none Outstanding.
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In the Felsted area, 1 school was graded Good at their last graded Ofsted inspection (before September 2024), and none Outstanding.
Why catchment sets the price in Felsted
Concentrated demand is what a price premium actually is.
The local benchmark is £650,000 and a detached home averages £725,000.
Ofsted ratings across the Felsted area
The commercial page for this town sets out the introduction itself: Mortgage advice in Felsted.
Why an in catchment listing can still miss
A house advertised as in catchment may not be next year. The local council publishes last year's furthest distance offered for each school. Ask for that figure in writing before you offer.
Ratings age too. An Outstanding judgement can be several years old, and inspections since September 2024 report differently. Read the current report rather than the agent's summary of it.
The detail behind the Felsted numbers
The schools families ask about here are Felsted Primary School, Felsted School, Great Dunmow & Braintree state secondaries and Other independents (Chelmsford & Bishop's Stortford). 1 local school was graded Good or Outstanding at their last graded Ofsted inspection (before September 2024). Ratings age between inspections, so read the latest report before you rely on one.
On getting about: Felsted to Great Dunmow takes about 10 to 15 min drive.
By price, Felsted ranks 34 of the 200 Essex locations we cover, at £650,000 against a county average of £520,425. Band D council tax here is £2,296, against an average of £2,301 across the county locations we cover.
How Felsted scores for different buyers
Felsted is a historic, sought-after Uttlesford village and home of Felsted School.
The full local guide covers schools, transport and the market in detail: Felsted property and area guide.
No school in the immediate area currently holds an Outstanding rating.
| Who it suits | Out of five | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Families | ★★★★★ | A Good village primary, the renowned independent Felsted School and safe countryside, a strong family choice; check catchment and state secondary travel. |
| Upsizers | ★★★★★ | Period, Georgian and larger detached country homes give real room to move up in a sought-after village. |
| Downsizers | ★★★☆☆ | Characterful cottages and a genuine village community appeal, though prices are well above average and stock is limited. |
| Commuters | ★★★☆☆ | The A120, M11 and Stansted are within reach and Chelmsford/Braintree stations serve London, but there is no station in the village itself. |
| First-time buyers | ★★☆☆☆ | Cottages and smaller homes exist, but this is a premium conservation-area market, a stretch for most first-time buyers. |
Families
People wanting a beautiful, historic village with a village primary and, above all, the renowned Felsted School on the doorstep, with the countryside all around, a big draw for family buyers.
History & country lovers
People drawn to the conservation-area centre, the old Guildhall and Holy Cross Church, the Chelmer valley and Felsted Vineyard, wanting characterful village living in Uttlesford.
Local workers & drivers
People working locally in Great Dunmow, Braintree or Chelmsford, or happy to drive to a station (Chelmsford, Braintree or Stansted) and use the A120 and M11, a rural, car-first village.
Felsted is known locally for Felsted School. The renowned independent school founded in 1564 by Richard Rich, Lord Chancellor of England, its grand buildings dominate and shape the village and it is a major part of Felsted's character; the glory of the village.
Practical detail for Felsted: the CM6 postcode district, no village station, drive to Braintree (change Witham for London) or the Great Dunmow / Stansted area and nearest A and E is Broomfield Hospital, Chelmsford, verify with NHS.
Felsted at a glance
| School | What to check before you offer |
|---|---|
| Felsted Primary School | Confirm last year's furthest offer distance, then read the current report. |
| Felsted School | Confirm last year's furthest offer distance, then read the current report. |
| Great Dunmow & Braintree state secondaries | Confirm last year's furthest offer distance, then read the current report. |
| Other independents (Chelmsford & Bishop's Stortford) | Confirm last year's furthest offer distance, then read the current report. |
Figures are local averages used for illustration. Confirm your own numbers before acting on them.
Ask about Felsted
Three details is all we need. You are told before anything is passed to a partner firm.
Your checklist
- Last year's furthest offer distance, in writing from the council
- The current Ofsted report, not a remembered rating
- Whether a sibling policy is applied before distance
- £65,000 of deposit at 10% on the local average, before fees
The introduction costs you nothing. If you go ahead, we may be paid a fee by the firm we introduce you to. There is no obligation.
Check broadband before you make an offer in Felsted
Broadband speeds can vary street by street in Felsted, so check the exact address before you commit. Ofcom's free checker shows which broadband speeds and mobile coverage are available at any UK property.
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