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South Hanningfield Parish Council
The Parish of South Hanningfield incorporates the three villages Downham, Ramsden Heath and South Hanningfield and the Parish Council takes its overall name from the latter. It lies in the Chelmsford City district of Essex, England.
The largest village by population is Ramsden Heath but Downham covers the largest land area of all three villages. The total population of the 3 villages is around 2600. South Hanningfield Parish Council has 12 councillors and 3 members of staff, including the clerk and 2 groundsmen
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Thursday 07 May 2026: Essex local election Danbury & The Hanningfields
May 7, 2026
For more information on the 7th May 2026 Local Elections please visit: www.wheredoivote.co.uk/address/200004625486/
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SOUTH HANNINGFIELD PARISH COUNCIL

