Tendring is a coastal district in Essex, located in the East of England. It covers an area of approximately 337 square kilometres, stretching from the River Stour in the north to the outskirts of Colchester in the west. The district includes towns like Clacton-on-Sea, Frinton-on-Sea, and Harwich, along with several rural villages. Its coastline along the North Sea features sandy beaches, cliffs, and estuaries, making it a mix of seaside resorts and natural landscapes.
The area has a mix of residential, agricultural, and industrial land use. Harwich serves as a key port with ferry connections to Europe, while Clacton-on-Sea is a popular tourist destination. Inland areas are largely rural, with farmland and small settlements. Tendring is connected by road and rail, with the A120 and A133 providing major routes. The district has a mix of older and newer housing, reflecting its history as both a maritime and holiday region.
On average Tendring has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Tendring is £37,946 per year. There are 49 schools in Tendring: 38 primary (1 Outstanding and 28 Good) and 6 secondary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good).
Based on 2,234 recent sales, the median property price is £279,998 in Tendring area, with individual transactions ranging from £52,025 up to £1,719,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 1,021 | £359,995 |
| Flats | 255 | £145,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 668 | £260,000 |
| Terraced | 290 | £225,000 |
10 years price trend in Tendring
Alresford & Elmstead
Ardleigh & Little Bromley
Bluehouse
Brightlingsea
Burrsville
Cann Hall
Coppins
Dovercourt All Saints
Dovercourt Bay
Dovercourt Tollgate
Dovercourt Vines & Parkeston
Eastcliff
Frinton
Harwich & Kingsway
Homelands
Kirby Cross
Kirby-le-Soken & Hamford
Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley
Little Clacton
Pier
St Bartholomew's
St James
St John's
St Osyth
Stour Valley
St Paul's
The Bentleys & Frating
The Oakleys & Wix
Thorpe, Beaumont & Great Holland
Walton
Weeley & Tendring
West Clacton & Jaywick Sands
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.