Our Data Sources
78, River Mead, Braintree has 31 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in March 2025 and a single entry in the EPC database dated March 2017.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 5 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 78, River Mead, Braintree would be worth £433,886, with a potential rental value of £1,543 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £384,299, with a rental value of £1,366 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
78, River Mead, Braintree occupies a 234 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 74 other houses in this postcode, 73 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 48th largest.
Energy Efficiency
78, River Mead, Braintree has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 27 Mar 2017.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
78, River Mead, Braintree last changed hands on 10th March 2025, selling for £375,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 3 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 5.0% since March 2025.
- Sold Mar 2025£375,000
- Sold Jul 2017£335,000
- Sold Jan 1999£119,500
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 156 sales of comparable properties within 690 metres of 78, River Mead, Braintree since 2013.
Most recently, 13, Julien Court Road, Braintree, CM7 9BN, a freehold house, sold at £370,000 on the 5th March 2026.
Read more about house prices in CM7.
- Sold Mar 2026£370,000 | 3 Bed House13, Julien Court Road, Braintree, CM7 9BN13, Julien Court Road, Braintree, CM7 9BN
- Sold Jul 2025£440,000 | 4 Bed House4, Kingfisher Gate, Braintree, CM7 9AF4, Kingfisher Gate, Braintree, CM7 9AF
- Sold Dec 2024£400,000 | 3 Bed House52, River Mead, Braintree, CM7 9AX52, River Mead, Braintree, CM7 9AX
- Sold Oct 2024£410,000 | 3 Bed House1, St. Francis Walk, Braintree, CM7 9RL1, St. Francis Walk, Braintree, CM7 9RL
- Sold Dec 2023£470,000 | 3 Bed House80, River Mead, Braintree, CM7 9AX80, River Mead, Braintree, CM7 9AX
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £321,456, ranging from £178,960 to £488,871.
- 80 River Mead
3 Bed House | 6 m | Est. Value: £405,773
- 82 River Mead
4 Bed House | 22 m | Est. Value: £435,532
- 72 River Mead
3 Bed House | 30 m | Est. Value: £415,410
- 70 River Mead
4 Bed House | 41 m | Est. Value: £462,862
- 13 Phillips Chase
2 Bed House | 42 m | Est. Value: £182,542
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 78, River Mead, Braintree as the 54th largest and the 49th most expensive of the 77 addresses on River Mead, Braintree, CM7.
Against the CM7 postcode district average, it is £78k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Great Bradfords Junior School600 m away
- Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School600 m away
- St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree800 m away
- Tabor Academy1.3 km away
- Alec Hunter Academy2.0 km away
- Notley High School and Braintree Sixth Form2.4 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Braintree|1.3 km away
- Braintree Freeport|2.1 km away
- Cressing (Essex)|4.1 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
