Runwell

Civil Parish in Essex Chelmsford

England

Runwell

Grazing near Wickford
Grazing near Wickford Credit: JThomas

Runwell is a civil parish located in the county of Essex, England. It is situated approximately 30 miles east of London and covers an area of around 4.5 square miles. The parish is bordered by the River Crouch to the south and the A132 road to the west.

Runwell has a population of around 2,500 residents, according to the latest census data. The area is predominantly residential, with a mix of housing types including detached and semi-detached houses, as well as some apartment complexes. The parish also includes a small number of commercial and industrial areas.

The local economy is diverse, with a range of businesses operating in the area, including shops, restaurants, and service providers. The parish is well-connected, with several major roads passing through or nearby, providing easy access to neighboring towns and cities.

Runwell is known for its natural beauty, with green spaces and parks scattered throughout the area. The parish is home to several sports clubs and facilities, including a cricket club and a football club. There are also a number of walking and cycling routes, allowing residents to enjoy the surrounding countryside.

The parish has a primary school that serves the local community, as well as several churches and community centers. Public transport options in Runwell include regular bus services and a nearby railway station, providing convenient links to other parts of Essex and London.

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Runwell Images

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Grazing near Wickford
Grazing near Wickford
Service station on Runwell Road, Wickford
Service station on Runwell Road, Wickford
Rettendon, All Saints
Rettendon, All Saints
St. Luke's Way, Runwell A fairly new development on the site of Runwell mental hospital.
St. Luke's Way, Runwell
A fairly new development on the site of Runwell mental hospital.
Block with clock tower, former Runwell Hospital A surviving building at the mental hospital site, which has been redeveloped with a large housing estate, Runwell Park.
Block with clock tower, former Runwell Hospital
A surviving building at the mental hospital site, which has been redeveloped with a large housing estate, Runwell Park.
Brock Hill, Runwell
Brock Hill, Runwell
Brock Hill, Runwell
Brock Hill, Runwell
Swan Lane, Runwell
Swan Lane, Runwell
Runwell Road
Runwell Road
Houses on Runwell Road, Wickford
Houses on Runwell Road, Wickford
Runwell Road
Runwell Road
Main Road entering Rettendon
Main Road entering Rettendon
Hawk Hill, Battlesbridge At Hawk Hill Roundabout
Hawk Hill, Battlesbridge
At Hawk Hill Roundabout
A130, southbound The A130 is a 30 mile long major road linking Little Waltham, near Chelmsford, the county town of Essex, with Canvey Island in the south of the county. It is a primary route for most of its length.
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A130, southbound
The A130 is a 30 mile long major road linking Little Waltham, near Chelmsford, the county town of Essex, with Canvey Island in the south of the county. It is a primary route for most of its length. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
A130, Rettendon Turnpike The A130 is a 30 mile long major road linking Little Waltham, near Chelmsford, the county town of Essex, with Canvey Island in the south of the county. It is a primary route for most of its length.
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A130, Rettendon Turnpike
The A130 is a 30 mile long major road linking Little Waltham, near Chelmsford, the county town of Essex, with Canvey Island in the south of the county. It is a primary route for most of its length. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Main Road enters Rettendon Village Formerly this was a proper Main Road, the A130, before the current A130 route was built.
Main Road enters Rettendon Village
Formerly this was a proper Main Road, the A130, before the current A130 route was built.
Main Road, Rettendon Village Formerly this was a proper Main Road, the A130, before the current A130 route was built.
Main Road, Rettendon Village
Formerly this was a proper Main Road, the A130, before the current A130 route was built.
Houses, Main Road, Rettendon On the old road alignment before the bend was eased.
Houses, Main Road, Rettendon
On the old road alignment before the bend was eased.
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Runwell is located at Grid Ref: TQ7595 (Lat: 51.63145, Lng: 0.533557)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Chelmsford

Police Authority: Essex

What 3 Words

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