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About

Pier Ward is located in the coastal district of Tendring, Essex. It includes parts of Clacton-on-Sea, a seaside town known for its pier and beachfront attractions. The area features a mix of residential housing, shops, and leisure facilities, catering to both locals and visitors.

The ward is close to Clacton Pier, a key landmark with amusement arcades and entertainment options. Public transport links provide access to nearby areas, and the seafront promenade is a popular spot for walking. The local economy relies on tourism, with seasonal events drawing crowds during the summer months.

Area overview

On average Pier has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 373 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Pier is £30,100 per year.

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
373
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
3.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Pier Population
2,590
Population density
5,765.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,145
82.72%
Other White
137
5.28%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
69
2.66%
Irish
43
1.66%
Caribbean
33
1.27%
Total population: 2,593

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
721
54.37%
Owns outright
321
24.21%
Owns with a mortgage
211
15.91%
Other social rented
34
2.56%
Other forms of private rent
25
1.89%
Total households: 1,326

Property prices in Pier

Based on 24 recent sales, the median property price is £148,250 in Pier area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,000 up to £475,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Pier 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 Pier over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£375,000
Flats16£114,000
Semi-Detached3£200,000
Terraced2£272,500

10 years median price trend in Pier

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Pier.

All postcodes in Pier

CO159SS

Clacton Central

CO159SW

Clacton Central

CO159TN

Clacton Central

CO151PQ

Colne Road

CO151PS

Marine Parade East

CO159SZ

Clacton Central

CO156AW

Thoroughgood Road

CO156PY

Chapman Road

CO151RP

Clacton Central

CO151PL

Pallister Road

CO156AG

Church Road

CO156AQ

Church Road

CO156EQ

Clacton Central

CO156PU

Skelmersdale Road

CO151PY

Colne Road

CO156DW

Thoroughgood Road

CO156QA

Carnarvon Road

CO151PR

Orwell Road

CO151TD

Clacton Central

CO156PL

Clacton Central

CO159TW

Clacton Central

CO156BX

Granville Road

CO156DS

Thoroughgood Road

CO156FA

Marine Parade East

CO159SY

Clacton Central

CO159TP

Clacton Central

CO151PA

Orwell Road

CO151ST

Clacton Central

CO159SF

Clacton Central

CO156AH

Church Crescent

CO156PH

Carnarvon Road

CO156QF

Carnarvon Road

CO159TH

Clacton Central

CO151NP

Clacton Central

CO151SD

Clacton Central

CO156EG

Clacton Central

CO156JG

Marine Parade East

CO159TJ

Clacton Central

CO159TY

Clacton Central

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.