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About

Stanway is a residential ward located in the southwest of Colchester, Essex. The area is known for its mix of housing, including modern developments and older properties. It features several local amenities such as schools, shops, and parks, catering to families and commuters. The A12 road provides easy access to Colchester town centre and nearby towns like Chelmsford and Ipswich.

Stanway is home to the Tollgate Retail Park, a popular shopping destination with supermarkets and chain stores. The ward also includes green spaces like Stanway Fiveways Green, offering recreational areas for residents. Public transport links include bus routes connecting to Colchester’s train station, making it convenient for those working in London or other parts of Essex. The area has a community-focused feel, with local events and facilities supporting its growing population.

Area overview

On average Stanway has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stanway is £48,700 per year. There are 4 schools in Stanway: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

8.8%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Stanway Population

9,612

Population density

1,054.2 per km²

Demographics

British

8,327

86.65%

Other White

301

3.13%

African

181

1.88%

Indian

172

1.79%

Other Asian

112

1.17%

Total population: 9,610

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,533

38.22%

Owns outright

1,465

36.52%

Private landlord or letting agency

463

11.54%

Social rents from council

243

6.06%

Other social rented

205

5.11%

Total households: 4,011

Property prices in Stanway

Based on 115 recent sales, the median property price is £343,000 in Stanway area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £950,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	44	£421,000	£316,200	£387,500	£510,000	£669,300
Flats	8	£187,500	£140,000	£158,750	£196,250	£239,000
Semi-Detached	40	£330,000	£264,500	£307,500	£358,000	£463,250
Terraced	23	£295,000	£215,500	£247,500	£327,500	£382,600

10 years price trend in Stanway

All postcodes in Stanway

CO30JT

Cornflower Close

CO30LE

Moss Road

CO30NP

Blackberry Road

CO30QU

Valley Close

CO38WU

Robin Crescent

CO39FU

Stanway

CO30HH

Provence Close

CO30LJ

Dyer's Road

CO30PW

Woodrush End

CO30RD

Radveld Chase

CO38WD

Jackdaw Drive

CO38WR

Church Lane

CO39FT

Stanway

CO30PF

Marram Close

CO30QP

Gorse Way

CO30RE

Barn Fields

CO30RT

Blackberry Road

CO30SE

Centaury Close

CO30YS

Wheatfield Road

CO30AR

Alley Pond Close

CO30HQ

Rugosa Close

CO30QS

Heath Road

CO30JQ

Lucy Lane North

CO30LF

Stanway

CO30RJ

Stanway

CO30PP

Lucy Lane South

CO30QX

Stanfield Close

CO30SA

Clover Court

CO30SJ

Heath Road

CO30AB

Peartree Road

CO30AY

Wilfred Appleby Mews

CO30FL

Dale Close

CO30FZ

Holliwell Close

CO30HF

Damask Road

CO30QQ

Woden Avenue

CO30YF

Brougham Glades

CO30YL

Meadow View Close

CO38WA

Church Lane

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail