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Burnham-on-Crouch South

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About

Burnham-on-Crouch South ward encompasses the southern part of this riverside town, centred around the High Street and the waterfront along the River Crouch. The area is defined by its maritime character, with boatyards, sailing clubs, and moorings lining the riverbank. The historic High Street contains a mix of shops and services, leading down to the quay which functions as a focal point for both daily life and seasonal visitor activity.

The tidal river shapes the local environment and economy, with the famous Burnham Week sailing regatta being a key annual event. Residential streets extend southwards from the core, featuring housing that ranges from older cottages to more modern developments. The area includes the town's railway station, providing a direct link to the wider region, while open spaces like the riverside promenade offer views across the water to the Dengie peninsula.

Area overview

On average Burnham-on-Crouch South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 52 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Burnham-on-Crouch South is £54,237 per year. There are 1 schools in Burnham-on-Crouch South: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Burnham-on-Crouch South is home to around 4,168 people, with a population density of about 1,804.7 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
52
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
11.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Burnham-on-Crouch South Population
4,168
Population density
1,804.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
28.07(-10%)
Public order
6(+15%)
Shoplifting
5.52(-22%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.04(-21%)
Anti-social behaviour
4.8(-58%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,912
93.81%
Other White
77
1.85%
Irish
37
0.89%
White and Asian (mixed)
31
0.74%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
21
0.5%
Total population: 4,170

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
894
25.11%
No qualifications
724
20.34%
Level 3 (A level)
612
17.19%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
562
15.79%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
442
12.42%
Total 16+ residents: 3,560

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
806
40.4%
Owns with a mortgage
546
27.37%
Private landlord or letting agency
345
17.29%
Other social rented
204
10.23%
Other forms of private rent
64
3.21%
Total households: 1,995

Property prices in Burnham-on-Crouch South

Based on 59 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Burnham-on-Crouch South area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £710,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Burnham-on-Crouch South in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Burnham-on-Crouch South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£422,500
Flats6£198,250
Semi-Detached18£326,000
Terraced25£278,000

10 years median price trend in Burnham-on-Crouch South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Burnham-on-Crouch South.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.