What home types are most common in Witham Town?

Housing mix: purpose-built flat 29.9%, terraced 28.8%.

What's the Witham Town population and density?

Witham Town population is 11,584 with density 2685.0 per km².

How deprived is Witham Town?

Deprivation score 5/10 (rank 19331 of 32844 in country).

How safe is Witham Town?

Crime level in Witham Town is moderate with about 86 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Witham Town?

Based on 208 recent sales, the median price is £322,150.

How many households are in Witham Town?

There are 5,276 households in Witham Town

What are prices by property type in Witham Town?

Latest medians: Detached £510,000, Semi-detached £392,500, Terraced £325,000, Flats £183,750.

What's the average income in Witham Town?

Average resident income is about £46,800 per year.

How much social housing is near Witham Town?

About 15.6% across the Witham Town area.

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Q: What schools in Witham Town and how are they rated?

There are 5 schools in Witham Town: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / East of England / Braintree / Witham Town

About

Witham Town is located in the Braintree district of Essex, approximately halfway between Chelmsford and Colchester. The area is known for its strong transport links, including a mainline railway station providing direct services to London Liverpool Street. The town centre features a mix of independent shops, supermarkets, and chain stores, catering to everyday needs.

The River Brain runs through Witham, adding green spaces like the River Walk and Memorial Park. The area has a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments. Witham also has several schools and community facilities, making it a practical choice for families. The town retains some historic buildings, including the 15th-century Chipping Hill Church.

Area overview

On average Witham Town has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Witham Town is £46,800 per year. There are 5 schools in Witham Town: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

15.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Witham Town Population

11,584

Population density

2,685 per km²

Demographics

British

9,943

85.83%

Other White

491

4.24%

African

211

1.82%

Indian

133

1.15%

Other Asian

117

1.01%

Total population: 11,585

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,798

34.08%

Owns outright

1,351

25.61%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,034

19.6%

Other social rented

750

14.22%

Social rents from council

191

3.62%

Total households: 5,276

Property prices in Witham Town

Based on 208 recent sales, the median property price is £322,150 in Witham Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £915,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	49	£510,000	£337,000	£432,500	£570,000	£740,000
Flats	64	£183,750	£95,150	£137,000	£201,250	£253,050
Semi-Detached	40	£392,500	£280,375	£310,000	£425,000	£520,000
Terraced	55	£325,000	£237,000	£295,000	£357,500	£427,200

10 years price trend in Witham Town

All postcodes in Witham Town

CM81SR

Dawson Way

CM81XP

Guithavon Street

CM82BH

Maldon Road

CM82EF

Guithavon Rise

CM82LJ

Hawthorn Rise

CM82SU

Walnut Drive

CM82TQ

Newland Street

CM82TY

Barwell Way

CM82UG

Horner Place

CM89AW

Newland Street

CM81DZ

Maltings Lane

CM81XR

Witham Town

CM81EG

Bridge Street

CM81FS

Haygreen Road

CM81SY

Greenwell Road

CM82NH

Manor Road

CM81GD

Witham Town

CM81DD

Maidment Crescent

CM81DQ

Dengie Close

CM81FY

Dengie Close

CM81BE

Bridge Street

CM81BT

Bridge Street

CM81JE

Elizabeth Avenue

CM82DN

Newland Street

CM82NX

Forest Road

CM82SR

Cypress Road

CM82UP

Newland Street

CM83AS

Perry Road

CM81BS

Mill Lane

CM81FR

Owers Road

CM81HH

Augustus Way

CM81JP

Saul's Avenue

CM81UP

Guithavon Street

CM81ZG

Bridge Street

CM82FD

Barley Fields

CM89BB

Newland Street

CM83UW

Moss Road

CM83YQ

Bellcroft

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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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