Braintree benefits from a rural ambience, surrounded by countryside and picturesque villages, whilst at the same time providing excellent local and international transport links.

The new A120 provides access to Stansted Airport and the M11. The town centre has a wide selection of high street shops and a twice-weekly market. Situated on the outskirts of the town is Freeport, one of the UK's premier outlet villages. Braintree also boasts many first class recreational facilities; an equestrian centre, several sports clubs, and a number of leading golf courses.

All of these benefits make Braintree an outstanding place in which to live.