Braintree District Council

This is the second largest district, by area, in Essex and has the fifth highest population at over142,000 people*. The number of residents divides almost equally between those living in rural areas and those living in the main towns of Braintree, Halstead and Witham. The council works to improve the well-being of people and communities in the Braintree district now and for future generations - ensuring that local needs are met, that development is sustainable and accessible and that its historic towns, villages and attractive countryside are maintained, improved and protected.