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About

Wivenhoe ward encompasses the historic town of Wivenhoe, situated on the tidal River Colne just south of Colchester. The area includes residential streets, the university campus of the University of Essex on its outskirts, and stretches of riverside path. Its economy has shifted from shipbuilding and fishing to being largely residential and academic. The town centre retains a mix of independent shops and pubs along its main streets.

The ward's character is defined by its active waterfront, with a working boatyard and a sailing club still in operation. The landscape includes areas of open fields and the Wivenhoe Trail, a popular walking and cycling route following the old railway line towards Colchester. Community life often centres on the river, with events and activities reflecting its maritime history. The presence of the university contributes a significant student population to the local demographics.

Area overview

On average Wivenhoe has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Wivenhoe is £64,066 per year. There are 4 schools in Wivenhoe: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Wivenhoe is home to around 8,984 people, with a population density of about 1,225.5 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
99
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
5.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wivenhoe Population
8,984
Population density
1,225.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
48.2(+53%)
Shoplifting
15.81(+131%)
Other theft
10.24(+87%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.68(+37%)
Vehicle crime
8.24(+87%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,009
78.01%
Other White
619
6.89%
African
252
2.8%
Chinese
150
1.67%
Other Asian
119
1.32%
Total population: 8,985

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,909
37.55%
Level 3 (A level)
2,036
26.28%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
866
11.18%
No qualifications
824
10.64%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
548
7.07%
Total 16+ residents: 7,746

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,579
46.37%
Owns with a mortgage
1,050
30.84%
Private landlord or letting agency
522
15.33%
Social rents from council
92
2.7%
Other forms of private rent
81
2.38%
Total households: 3,405

Property prices in Wivenhoe

Based on 115 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Wivenhoe area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £792,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wivenhoe 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 Wivenhoe over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats12£237,500
Semi-Detached40£305,000
Terraced26£272,000
Detached37£372,000

10 years median price trend in Wivenhoe

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Wivenhoe.

All postcodes in Wivenhoe

CO79QN

The Cross

CO79SL

Tolliday Close

CO79PF

Britannia Crescent

CO79AN

Parkwood Avenue

CO79BH

West Street

CO79HE

Almond Close

CO79RX

Rosetta Close

CO79PL

Victoria Close

CO79PY

Cracknell Close

CO79JF

William Close

CO79PJ

Valfreda Way

CO79NE

Dentons Terrace

CO79RF

Milford Close

CO43UA

St Andrew's Avenue

CO79DU

Hamilton Road

CO79HP

Mede Way

CO79NB

Park Road

CO79GU

Carlton Mews

CO79BS

Black Buoy Hill

CO43ZR

Capon Road

CO43ZF

Annan Road

CO79NR

Petworth Close

CO79SZ

Admirals Walk

CO79JH

Queens Road

CO79HX

Elmstead Road

CO79RQ

Turner Close

CO79RB

Amberley Close

CO79HF

Henrietta Close

CO79SY

Tern Mews

CO79LS

Park Road

CO43SE

Elmstead Road

CO43ZH

Annan Road

CO79BT

The Quay

CO79DY

Clifton Terrace

CO79PH

Rosabelle Avenue

CO43WZ

Wivenhoe

CO79PT

Heath Road

CO79JL

Paget Road

CO79NS

Denham Close

CO79PU

Heath Road

CO79GS

Pearl Walk

CO79QB

Broome Grove

CO79WS

Cooks Crescent

CO79HD

Lammas Way

CO79HS

Colchester Road

CO79PX

Heath Road

CO43ZU

Wivenhoe

CO79QA

Broomfield Crescent

CO43ZQ

Boundary Road

CO79SE

Alexandra Drive

CO79AS

De Vere Lane

CO79QX

Grasby Close

CO79JP

Queens Road

CO79LX

Rebow Road

CO79EQ

William Sparrow Court

CO79HU

Boundary Road

CO79PD

Britannia Crescent

CO79FE

Quay Street

CO43FA

Valley Road

CO79EH

Belle Vue Road

CO79SW

Old Ferry Road

CO79PN

The Avenue

CO79BB

High Street

CO79WP

Watsham Place

CO79LH

Harvey Road

CO79AT

Woodland Way

CO79RT

Chaney Road

CO79EU

Colchester Road

CO79QT

Broome Grove

CO79FH

St Johns Road

CO79LD

Belle Vue Road

CO79PZ

Broomfield Crescent

CO79GD

Merediths Close

CO79GY

Valonia Drive

CO79SH

Jack Hatch Way

CO79HY

Richard Avenue

CO79LN

Manor Road

CO79XA

Wivenhoe

CO79AH

The Avenue

CO79DJ

Wivenhoe

CO79SJ

Wilson Close

CO79JD

Kings Mews

CO79DR

St Johns Road

CO79QW

The Cross

CO79SD

Caroline Close

CO79PS

Heath Road

CO79AZ

High Street

CO79SQ

Dixon Way

CO79DN

Alma Street

CO79BL

Anchor Hill

CO79QU

Broome Grove

CO79BX

The Quay

CO79JR

Anglesea Road

CO79EW

Charles Court

CO79HT

Colchester Road

CO79HZ

Feedhams Close

CO79PA

Rosabelle Avenue

CO79DL

Alma Street

CO79LP

Stanley Road

CO79FF

Walter Radcliffe Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.