The village is located on the B1002 road approximately four miles from Chelmsford (the county town of Essex) and two miles from the village of Ingatestone. It is near to the River Wid.
Amenities
The 15th century St Margaret's Church is situated about a mile from the village.
Margaretting has a primary school. The village hall and playing field are situated in Wantz Road and host local football.
There are currently two public houses, the Black Bull and the Red Lion; a third, the Spread Eagle, was closed following fire damage.
Transport
Margaretting lies on the B1002 road, which links to the A414 towards Chelmsford, and is bypassed by the A12.