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Clacton Bocking's Elm

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About

Clacton Bocking's Elm is a residential district located on the western edge of Clacton-on-Sea, bordered by agricultural land. The area is characterised by post-war housing estates, bungalows, and local shops centred along Bocking Elm Lane. It serves primarily as a quiet neighbourhood for families and retirees, with several schools and a community hall providing local amenities. The layout is functional, with streets arranged in cul-de-sacs and crescents.

A notable local landmark is the Bocking Elm, a large tree from which the area takes its name, situated near the main road junction. Open spaces include the King George V playing fields, used for sports and recreation. The area provides straightforward access to the A133, connecting residents to wider Tendring and Colchester, while maintaining a separate identity from the busier seafront and town centre areas of Clacton.

Area overview

On average Clacton Bocking's Elm has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Clacton Bocking's Elm is £45,542 per year. There are 3 schools in Clacton Bocking's Elm: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Clacton Bocking's Elm is home to around 9,038 people, with a population density of about 1,651.8 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
8.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Clacton Bocking's Elm Population
9,038
Population density
1,651.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
32.75(+4%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.43(-30%)
Anti-social behaviour
3.65(-68%)
Public order
3.54(-31%)
Other theft
3.32(-39%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,457
93.57%
Other White
159
1.76%
Irish
61
0.67%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
54
0.6%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
47
0.52%
Total population: 9,038

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
2,203
29.57%
Level 3 (A level)
1,221
16.39%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,186
15.92%
Level 4+ (Degree)
1,139
15.29%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,023
13.73%
Total 16+ residents: 7,450

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,781
46.27%
Owns with a mortgage
1,095
28.45%
Private landlord or letting agency
542
14.08%
Other social rented
272
7.07%
Other forms of private rent
76
1.97%
Total households: 3,849

Property prices in Clacton Bocking's Elm

Based on 125 recent sales, the median property price is £252,000 in Clacton Bocking's Elm area, with individual transactions ranging from £71,500 up to £422,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Clacton Bocking's Elm 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 Clacton Bocking's Elm over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats2£103,750
Detached53£310,000
Semi-Detached50£225,000
Terraced20£214,000

10 years median price trend in Clacton Bocking's Elm

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Clacton Bocking's Elm.

All postcodes in Clacton Bocking's Elm

CO168YT

Middleton Close

CO168YB

Cotman Road

CO154EJ

London Road

CO168AD

Minsmere Drive

CO167ER

Burgate Close

CO168YA

Sheppard Close

CO154DY

Highview Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.