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Witham West

About

Witham West ward covers the western part of the town of Witham in Essex, characterised by a mix of residential development and local commerce. The area includes a significant portion of the town centre along Newland Street, which serves as a primary retail and service hub for residents. Housing is varied, encompassing both older terraced homes and more modern estates, providing a range of living options. The ward is defined by its position west of the River Brain, which subtly influences its layout.

The railway line and station are central features, connecting the ward directly to London Liverpool Street and marking it as a key commuter location. Chipping Hill is a notable historical area within the ward, containing several listed buildings that point to the town's medieval origins. Open spaces like the Grove Playing Fields offer recreational areas for the community. This combination of transit links, local history, and everyday amenities defines the ward's functional character.

Area overview

On average Witham West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 56 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Witham West is £56,050 per year. There are 2 schools in Witham West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Witham West is home to around 6,798 people, with a population density of about 1,439.9 per km2.

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Witham West Population

6,798

Population density

1,439.9 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

31.04(0%)

Anti-social behaviour

8.83(-24%)

Shoplifting

6.47(-9%)

Criminal damage and arson

5.44(-15%)

Other theft

4.71(-15%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

6,039

88.81%

Other White

244

3.59%

Other Asian

1.35%

African

0.94%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.9%

Total population: 6,800

Economics

No qualifications

1,160

21.14%

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,135

20.68%

Level 3 (A level)

1,022

18.62%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

925

16.85%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

739

13.47%

Total 16+ residents: 5,488

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

917

32.68%

Owns outright

915

32.61%

Other social rented

512

18.25%

Private landlord or letting agency

277

9.87%

Social rents from council

143

5.1%

Total households: 2,806

Property prices in Witham West

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Witham West area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £660,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Witham West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	5	£395,000	£300,800	£320,000	£475,000	£623,000
Flats	4	£172,500	£141,500	£147,500	£200,500	£213,700
Semi-Detached	19	£390,000	£283,500	£333,000	£400,000	£450,000
Terraced	30	£292,500	£254,500	£270,625	£313,750	£369,250

10 years median price trend in Witham West

All postcodes in Witham West

CM81EX

Blunts Hall Road

CM81LA

Eden Close

CM82HB

Armond Road

CM82XB

Harebell Drive

CM82XD

Campion Way

CM82XF

Bryony Close

CM81TG

Humber Road

CM81UD

Bure Drive

CM82EP

Whiteways Court

CM81TH

Colne Chase

CM81TT

Don Court

CM81NB

Stevens Road

CM82ER

Gimson Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

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