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Great Totham

England / East of England / Maldon / Great Totham

About

Great Totham is a ward in the Maldon district of Essex, covering several rural villages and hamlets. The area is known for its mix of farmland, woodland, and residential settlements, with a landscape shaped by agriculture and local history. The ward includes Great Totham village, Little Totham, and parts of the surrounding countryside, offering a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle.

The ward features a mix of older properties and newer developments, with community facilities including a primary school, village hall, and local pubs. Transport links include the A12, providing access to nearby towns like Colchester and Chelmsford. The area retains a strong sense of community, with events and activities often centered around local institutions. The countryside provides walking routes and open spaces, appealing to those who prefer a quieter setting.

Area overview

On average Great Totham has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 23 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Great Totham is £51,700 per year. There are 1 schools in Great Totham: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
23
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
5.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Great Totham Population
3,862
Population density
127.1 per km²

Demographics

British
3,663
94.75%
Other White
46
1.19%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
28
0.72%
Irish
28
0.72%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
17
0.44%
Total population: 3,866

Housing

Owns outright
751
48.7%
Owns with a mortgage
550
35.67%
Private landlord or letting agency
107
6.94%
Other social rented
91
5.9%
Other forms of private rent
31
2.01%
Total households: 1,542

Property prices in Great Totham

Based on 43 recent sales, the median property price is £465,000 in Great Totham area, with individual transactions ranging from £190,000 up to £2,195,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached28£593,750
Flats3£190,000
Semi-Detached12£382,500

10 years price trend in Great Totham

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.