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Property Price Trends
Baker Way, Witham, Braintree, Essex
CM8 1FN Braintree District
What are the historical property price trends?
Explore the yearly trends in property prices for the CM8 postcode district in the UK. Stay informed and make smart real estate decisions based on the accurate, analysed data.
Property Price Trends
CM8
Most Expensive Property
£1,200,000
Great Braxted Hall Barn Braxted Park Road, CM8 3EN
Sold: 28 November 2023
Cheapest Property
£1,650
18 Juniper Crescent, CM8 2NX
Sold: 08 February 2023
£329,000
The average house price in Braintree was £329,000 in November 2024 (provisional), up slightly 1.5% from November 2023. This was lower than the rise in the East of England (2.0%) over the same period.
£1,158
Private rents rose to an average of £1,158 in December 2024, an annual increase of 9.5% from £1,057 in December 2023. This was higher than the rise in the East of England (8.4%) over the year.
£274,000
The average price paid by first-time buyers was £274,000 in November 2024 (provisional). This was 1.8% higher than the average of £269,000 in November 2023 (revised).
£332,000
For homes bought with a mortgage, the average house price was £332,000 in November 2024 (provisional). This was 1.6% higher than the average of £327,000 in November 2023 (revised).
Data last updated: 17 Feb 2025. Data extracted from ONS housing prices/rents: inflation and price indices by local authority (Braintree, E07000067). Rent estimates are provisional, and are for the latest 2 months.
Local House Price Trends
Have property prices been rising or falling in CM8 1FN?
The graph below shows the five-year capital growth figures for properties for the CM8 postcode district. Figures show year-on-year capital growth and not accumulative growth over the five-year period.
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Regional Property Analysis
What trends is the property market seeing in Essex?
Homebuyers
For homebuyers in Essex, the property market has shown steady growth in recent years. The average house price in the county is currently around £365,000, with popular areas such as Chelmsford, Colchester, and Brentwood seeing even higher prices. In terms of availability, there is a good range of properties on the market, from modern flats to spacious family homes. However, competition can be fierce, especially in sought-after postcode regions like CM4 and CO3. Overall, Essex remains a desirable location for homebuyers looking to settle in a thriving community with good transport links to London.
Renters
Rent prices in Essex have been on the rise, reflecting the overall growth in the property market. The average rent for a two-bedroom flat is currently around £1,100 per month, with areas like Romford, Southend-on-Sea, and Basildon offering a variety of rental options. Availability can vary depending on the area, with popular towns like Billericay and Braintree having limited rental stock. Renters looking for affordability may find better options in postcode regions like SS17 and CM7. Overall, renters in Essex should be prepared for competitive rental markets, especially in desirable locations.
Investors
For investors, Essex presents a promising opportunity with its growing property market. House price trends show a consistent increase in value, making it an attractive option for buy-to-let investments. Rental yields in areas like Grays, Harlow, and Clacton-on-Sea are relatively high, offering good potential for rental income. Availability of properties for investment purposes is generally good, although investors may face competition in popular areas like SS14 and CO1. With its proximity to London and strong rental demand, Essex is a solid choice for investors seeking to capitalize on the property market's growth.
Homebuyers
For homebuyers in Essex, the property market has shown steady growth in recent years. The average house price in the county is currently around £365,000, with popular areas such as Chelmsford, Colchester, and Brentwood seeing even higher prices. In terms of availability, there is a good range of properties on the market, from modern flats to spacious family homes. However, competition can be fierce, especially in sought-after postcode regions like CM4 and CO3. Overall, Essex remains a desirable location for homebuyers looking to settle in a thriving community with good transport links to London.
Renters
Rent prices in Essex have been on the rise, reflecting the overall growth in the property market. The average rent for a two-bedroom flat is currently around £1,100 per month, with areas like Romford, Southend-on-Sea, and Basildon offering a variety of rental options. Availability can vary depending on the area, with popular towns like Billericay and Braintree having limited rental stock. Renters looking for affordability may find better options in postcode regions like SS17 and CM7. Overall, renters in Essex should be prepared for competitive rental markets, especially in desirable locations.
Investors
For investors, Essex presents a promising opportunity with its growing property market. House price trends show a consistent increase in value, making it an attractive option for buy-to-let investments. Rental yields in areas like Grays, Harlow, and Clacton-on-Sea are relatively high, offering good potential for rental income. Availability of properties for investment purposes is generally good, although investors may face competition in popular areas like SS14 and CO1. With its proximity to London and strong rental demand, Essex is a solid choice for investors seeking to capitalize on the property market's growth.
Last updated on 31 May 2025. Property market analysis is based on official data, and interpreted using neural networks (machine learning model), and subject to our Terms and Conditions.
Yield for CM8 1FN
Estimated yield for property investors
4.15%
Yield
The estimated yield for the CM8 1FN postcode area is 4.15%, compared to the national average yield of 3.8%.
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Property sales
What houses have been sold in CM8 1FN?
The recently sold properties table lists homes around CM8 1FN that have been recorded by HM Land Registry, and their sold prices.
Price paid information is not personal, but property-related information. All commercial transactions, sales that have not been lodged with HM Land Registry or sales that were not for full market value are excluded.
| Date | Price | Property Address | Property Type | Estate Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 February 2024 | £93,000 | Moorfield Court Flat 1 Newland Street, Witham, CM8 1AE | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 19 August 2022 | £559,995 | 7 Thoroughgood Way, Witham, CM8 1FD | Detached | Freehold |
| 26 August 2022 | £572,995 | 3 Thoroughgood Way, Witham, CM8 1FD | Detached | Freehold |
| 06 September 2022 | £539,995 | 9 Thoroughgood Way, Witham, CM8 1FD | Detached | Freehold |
| 24 March 2023 | £594,995 | 12 Thoroughgood Way, Witham, CM8 1FD | Detached | Freehold |
| 30 June 2023 | £599,995 | 35 Thoroughgood Way, Witham, CM8 1FD | Detached | Freehold |
| 30 June 2023 | £569,995 | 30 Thoroughgood Way, Witham, CM8 1FD | Detached | Freehold |
| 30 June 2023 | £624,995 | 31 Thoroughgood Way, Witham, CM8 1FD | Detached | Freehold |
| 30 June 2023 | £634,995 | 41 Thoroughgood Way, Witham, CM8 1FD | Detached | Freehold |
| 10 January 2023 | £439,995 | 8 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Terraced | Freehold |
| 21 December 2022 | £449,995 | 12 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Terraced | Freehold |
| 21 December 2022 | £439,995 | 14 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Terraced | Freehold |
| 24 February 2023 | £599,995 | 20 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Detached | Freehold |
| 29 March 2023 | £399,995 | 10 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Terraced | Freehold |
| 31 March 2023 | £436,995 | 5 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Terraced | Freehold |
| 31 March 2023 | £619,995 | 2 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Detached | Freehold |
| 27 April 2023 | £619,995 | 1 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Detached | Freehold |
| 14 April 2023 | £534,995 | 22 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Detached | Freehold |
| 28 April 2023 | £524,995 | 11 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Detached | Freehold |
| 29 June 2023 | £404,995 | 19 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Terraced | Freehold |
| 30 June 2023 | £394,995 | 17 Horsnell Road, Witham, CM8 1FE | Terraced | Freehold |
| 17 November 2023 | £230,000 | 4 Hawkes Road, Witham, CM8 1FL | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 22 November 2023 | £595,000 | 66 Baker Way, Witham, CM8 1FN | Detached | Freehold |
| 03 November 2023 | £505,000 | 8 Owers Road, Witham, CM8 1FR | Detached | Freehold |
| 17 November 2023 | £325,000 | 4 Edinburgh Close, Witham, CM8 1JG | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 29 January 2024 | £308,000 | 70 Epping Way, Witham, CM8 1NQ | Terraced | Freehold |
| 08 March 2024 | £287,500 | 128 Epping Way, Witham, CM8 1NQ | Terraced | Freehold |
| 29 November 2023 | £277,000 | 13 Christina Road, Witham, CM8 1NR | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 29 November 2023 | £380,000 | 49 Greenwell Road, Witham, CM8 1SY | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 24 November 2023 | £290,000 | 27 Medway Avenue, Witham, CM8 1TF | Terraced | Freehold |
| 18 December 2023 | £343,000 | 15 Sneezum Walk, Witham, CM8 1US | Terraced | Freehold |
| 18 December 2023 | £246,995 | 15 Sneezum Walk, Witham, CM8 1US | Terraced | Freehold |
| 08 March 2024 | £150,000 | 52 Maltings Court, Witham, CM8 1XG | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 12 December 2023 | £150,000 | 76 Maltings Court, Witham, CM8 1XG | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 11 May 2023 | £462,995 | 3 Field View, Witham, CM8 1ZT | Detached | Freehold |
| 30 June 2021 | £1,081,500 | 38 Otter Vale, Witham, CM8 1ZW | Other | Freehold |
| 02 June 2021 | £258,000 | 6 Braintree Road, Witham, CM8 2DD | Terraced | Freehold |
| 05 March 2024 | £350,000 | 30 Cromwell Way, Witham, CM8 2ES | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 28 July 2022 | £474,995 | 36 Evans Way, Witham, CM8 2FX | Detached | Freehold |
| 08 February 2023 | £1,650 | 18 Juniper Crescent, Witham, CM8 2NX | Other | Freehold |
| 01 December 2023 | £257,000 | 7 Alder Walk, Witham, CM8 2PP | Terraced | Freehold |
| 06 March 2024 | £124,500 | 47 Elderberry Gardens, Witham, CM8 2PT | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 22 November 2023 | £182,500 | 57 Elderberry Gardens, Witham, CM8 2PY | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 28 November 2023 | £285,000 | 18 Court Twenty, Witham, CM8 2QF | Terraced | Freehold |
| 15 December 2023 | £285,000 | Court Three 1 Hemingway Road, Witham, CM8 2QW | Flat/Maisonette | Freehold |
| 18 December 2023 | £318,000 | 2 Atlantic Square, Witham, CM8 2TL | Other | Freehold |
| 01 March 2022 | £150,000 | 24 Bramble Road, Witham, CM8 2XA | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 01 March 2024 | £390,000 | 36 Harebell Drive, Witham, CM8 2XB | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 20 December 2023 | £295,000 | 73 Cornel Close, Witham, CM8 2XH | Terraced | Freehold |
| 02 February 2024 | £315,000 | 165 Honeysuckle Way, Witham, CM8 2YD | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 26 July 2022 | £316,995 | 107 Flemming Way, Witham, CM8 2ZP | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 28 November 2023 | £1,200,000 | Great Braxted Hall Barn Braxted Park Road, Great Braxted, Witham, CM8 3EN | Detached | Freehold |
| 23 November 2021 | £385,000 | Little Braxted Hall The Dovecote Witham Road, Little Braxted, Witham, CM8 3EU | Other | Freehold |
| 01 December 2023 | £155,000 | Crittall Court 14 Crittall Road, Witham, CM8 3FA | Flat/Maisonette | Leasehold |
| 16 December 2022 | £365,000 | 26 Wood Grove, Silver End, Witham, CM8 3FN | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 27 January 2023 | £474,995 | 31 Radley Avenue, Silver End, Witham, CM8 3GJ | Detached | Freehold |
| 20 November 2023 | £1,050,000 | Fairview House Back Lane, Wickham Bishops, Witham, CM8 3LU | Detached | Freehold |
| 07 December 2023 | £525,000 | 5 Buckleys Close, Wickham Bishops, Witham, CM8 3PA | Detached | Freehold |
| 24 November 2023 | £370,000 | 84 Church Road, Rivenhall, Witham, CM8 3PH | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 18 May 2023 | £230,000 | 12 Silver Street, Silver End, Witham, CM8 3QQ | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 25 August 2022 | £382,500 | 31 Walter Way, Silver End, Witham, CM8 3RJ | Detached | Freehold |
| 07 October 2022 | £385,000 | 11 Dormer Drive, Silver End, Witham, CM8 3XS | Semi-Detached | Freehold |
| 15 March 2023 | £485,000 | 9 Dormer Drive, Silver End, Witham, CM8 3XS | Detached | Freehold |
Please note that house prices for properties sold in and around CM8 1FN during this period do not reflect current values of properties in this postcode area, they are the prices paid at the time of sale. Prices paid is property price data for single residential property sales in England and Wales, sold on the market at full market value, and lodged with the Land Registry for registration.
For more information about the statistical data sets contained on this page, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/statistical-data-sets.
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Data on this page contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Property data and analysis from PropertyData.co.uk.
Statistical Data Sets
Statistics extracted are from the UK House Price Index, published each month from HM Land Registry, and broken down into Country, Region, and County level.
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