Maldon is a rural local authority located in the county of Essex, England, with a population of around 63,000 people. Housing in Maldon is primarily made up of detached and semi-detached homes, with some terraced housing in the town center. The community in Maldon is very active with various festivals and community initiatives happening throughout the year, including the Maldon Mud Race and the Maldon Carnival. The area offers several quality entertainment venues, such as the Plume School Performing Arts Centre and Maldon Stadium. The local economy in Maldon is mainly driven by the manufacturing and construction sectors, with major employers including Brush Traction, who manufacture locomotives and various other engineering products, and Harris Pye, who specialize in marine and offshore engineering.
The population graphic above highlights changes in Maldon’s population over time, while the diversity graphic compares local diversity to the national average, giving a snapshot of the area’s cultural makeup.