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St Anne's and St John's

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About

St Anne's and St John's ward is located in the northwest of Colchester, Essex. The area includes residential neighborhoods, green spaces, and local amenities. It is bordered by Mile End to the east and Lexden to the south, with easy access to the A12 for commuting. The ward features a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to a range of residents.

The ward is home to St John’s Green, a small park offering recreational space, and St John’s Church, a historic landmark. Local schools, shops, and community facilities serve the area, providing practical services for daily life. Public transport links connect the ward to Colchester town center and surrounding areas, making it a convenient location for work and leisure. The ward balances urban living with quieter, suburban pockets.

Area overview

On average St Anne's and St John's has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St Anne's and St John's is £46,700 per year. There are 5 schools in St Anne's and St John's: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

11.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

St Anne's and St John's Population

10,792

Population density

2,998.7 per km²

Demographics

British

8,956

83%

Other White

527

4.88%

African

223

2.07%

Other Asian

169

1.57%

Indian

143

1.33%

Total population: 10,791

Housing

Owns outright

1,873

41.6%

Owns with a mortgage

1,417

31.47%

Private landlord or letting agency

507

11.26%

Social rents from council

469

10.42%

Other social rented

132

2.93%

Total households: 4,502

Property prices in St Anne's and St John's

Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in St Anne's and St John's area, with individual transactions ranging from £116,000 up to £1,300,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	34	£388,750	£313,450	£356,250	£474,250	£836,500
Flats	14	£173,750	£125,100	£140,000	£180,250	£196,750
Semi-Detached	54	£326,500	£257,550	£295,000	£355,000	£393,500
Terraced	18	£255,000	£206,000	£242,750	£290,000	£318,750

10 years price trend in St Anne's and St John's

All postcodes in St Anne's and St John's

CO43AU

Dinsdale Close

CO43HA

Eldon Close

CO43HG

Churnwood Close

CO40BB

Little Acorns

CO40BJ

Dilbridge Road West

CO40HX

Bullock Wood Close

CO40JG

St John's Road

CO40NN

Braemore Close

CO40PR

St Neots Close

CO43AR

Arnstones Close

CO49AJ

Francis Gunn Close

CO40AJ

Edison Gardens

CO40DD

Goring Road

CO40EH

Parson's Heath

CO40HQ

Severalls Lane

CO40LB

Anthony Close

CO40PN

St Judes Close

CO40QF

Cloverlands

CO43HF

Thurlston Close

CO43HT

Harwich Road

CO43WP

Fairfield Gardens

CO49AR

Hendry Worthington Close

CO43BS

Harwich Road

CO40BT

Compton Road

CO40DQ

Wilson Marriage Road

CO40DT

Barnardiston Road

CO40JJ

St John's Road

CO40JX

Broad Oaks Park

CO40LG

St Austell Road

CO40LT

St Bartholomew Close

CO40NE

St Christopher Road

CO40PS

St Faith Road

CO40PX

St Dominic Road

CO43HP

Harwich Road

CO49AP

John Shell Drive

CO40AP

Romford Close

CO40AT

Rayleigh Close

CO40DA

Goring Road

CO40HP

Clay Lane Grove

CO40HW

Parson's Heath

CO40LE

St Bernard Road

CO40PA

Silcock Close

CO40RA

Rossendale Close

CO43DU

Churnwood Road

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Data Sources

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

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