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The Oakleys & Wix

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About

The Oakleys & Wix ward is located in the Tendring district of Essex, covering the villages of Little Oakley, Great Oakley, and Wix. The area is primarily rural, with farmland and open spaces shaping much of the landscape. The villages retain a quiet, residential character, with local amenities including pubs, village halls, and churches serving the community. The nearby Stour Estuary provides natural scenery and opportunities for walking and wildlife observation.

Transport links include the A120, connecting the ward to Colchester and Harwich. The area has a mix of older cottages and newer housing developments, reflecting gradual growth while maintaining its rural identity. Schools, sports clubs, and community events play a central role in village life. The ward’s proximity to the coast, including Dovercourt and Frinton, offers additional leisure options for residents.

Area overview

On average The Oakleys & Wix has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 24 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in The Oakleys & Wix is £43,648 per year. There are 3 schools in The Oakleys & Wix: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
24
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
4.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

The Oakleys & Wix Population
3,044
Population density
98.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,907
95.47%
Other White
44
1.44%
Irish
15
0.49%
White and Asian (mixed)
11
0.36%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
10
0.33%
Total population: 3,045

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
606
48.48%
Owns with a mortgage
420
33.6%
Private landlord or letting agency
103
8.24%
Social rents from council
76
6.08%
Other forms of private rent
35
2.8%
Total households: 1,250

Property prices in The Oakleys & Wix

Based on 42 recent sales, the median property price is £337,500 in The Oakleys & Wix area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £1,719,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for The Oakleys & Wix 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 The Oakleys & Wix over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£370,000
Flats1£210,000
Semi-Detached13£300,000
Terraced7£249,000

10 years median price trend in The Oakleys & Wix

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in The Oakleys & Wix.

All postcodes in The Oakleys & Wix

CO125LL

Oak Ridge

CO125AQ

Harwich West & South

CO125BY

Clacton Road

CO125JH

Harwich West & South

CO125LB

Rectory Lane

CO112RY

Bradfield Road

CO112UH

Spinnel's Lane

CO125AP

Back Lane

CO125AU

Hamford Drive

CO125BD

Beaumont Road

CO125BZ

Red Barn Lane

CO125EB

Harwich West & South

CO125JY

Rectory Road

CO125NW

Aspen Way

CO112SF

Oakley Road

CO125BA

Harwich West & South

Data Sources

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