Uttlesford

Uttlesford is a local government district in Essex, England. Its council is based in Saffron Walden.

Related Topics:
Local government district - Essex - England - Saffron Walden

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Its name is derived from the ancient Hundred of the same name.

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The district was formed on April 1, 1974 by the merger of the borough of Saffron Walden, Dunmow Rural District and Saffron Walden Rural District.

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April 1 - 1974 - Borough - Saffron Walden - Dunmow Rural District - Saffron Walden Rural District

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In 2001, Uttlesford was voted as the best place to live in England, in a survey by the Sunday Times newspaper. A range of factors, including housing costs, quality of schools, and crime contributed to the overall result.

Related Topics:
2001 - Sunday Times

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