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Harwich & Kingsway

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About

Harwich & Kingsway ward is located in the Tendring district of Essex, covering parts of the town of Harwich and the Kingsway housing development. The area includes a mix of residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and local amenities. Harwich, a historic port town, features maritime heritage sites, while Kingsway is a newer development with modern housing and community facilities.

The ward benefits from good transport links, including road connections to the A120 and rail services from Harwich Town station. Local schools, shops, and leisure options serve residents, with open spaces like Kingsway Recreation Ground providing outdoor activities. The area balances urban convenience with coastal and rural surroundings, making it a practical place to live.

Area overview

On average Harwich & Kingsway has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 151 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Harwich & Kingsway is £34,500 per year. There are 1 schools in Harwich & Kingsway: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
151
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
12.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Harwich & Kingsway Population
3,665
Population density
3,755.5 per km²

Demographics

British
3,262
89%
Other White
164
4.47%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
37
1.01%
Other Asian
29
0.79%
African
25
0.68%
Total population: 3,665

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
723
39.92%
Owns outright
484
26.73%
Owns with a mortgage
318
17.56%
Social rents from council
184
10.16%
Other social rented
57
3.15%
Total households: 1,811

Property prices in Harwich & Kingsway

Based on 49 recent sales, the median property price is £170,000 in Harwich & Kingsway area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £417,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£248,750
Flats10£101,250
Semi-Detached8£245,500
Terraced27£165,000

10 years price trend in Harwich & Kingsway

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Data Sources

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