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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 very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 93 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
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
93
Deprivation level
2/10
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
46.42(+49%)
Shoplifting
11.46(+61%)
Other theft
9.57(+72%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.57(+34%)
Anti-social behaviour
8.35(-28%)
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 £327,500 in Wivenhoe area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £950,000.

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
Detached37£385,000
Flats9£250,000
Semi-Detached46£298,500
Terraced23£275,000

10 years median price trend in Wivenhoe

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

All postcodes in Wivenhoe

CO43ZP

St Andrew's Avenue

CO79DE

West Street

CO79EU

Colchester Road

CO79QF

Tower Road

CO79QG

The Cross

CO79AW

Parkwood Avenue

CO79BX

The Quay

CO79DW

The Shipwrights

CO79FN

Nelson Close

CO79HE

Almond Close

CO79JN

Valley Road

CO79LW

Woodcutters

CO79ET

Colchester Road

CO79JG

Robert Way

CO43WZ

Wivenhoe

CO79HL

Paddock Way

CO79JA

Elizabeth Way

CO79PL

Victoria Close

CO79PX

Heath Road

CO79QL

The Cross

CO79XA

Wivenhoe

CO79DH

Station Road

CO79LT

Park Road

CO79QZ

Chaney Road

CO79AN

Parkwood Avenue

CO79BU

The Quay

CO79HZ

Feedhams Close

CO79QJ

The Cross

CO79SQ

Dixon Way

CO79AH

The Avenue

CO79DB

The Folly

CO79FX

Cuckoo Chase

CO79JT

Ballast Quay Road

CO79LA

Keelars Lane

CO79QD

Spring Lane

CO79FH

St Johns Road

CO79HJ

Ash Grove

CO79QU

Broome Grove

CO43ZJ

Annan Road

CO79BY

The Quay

CO79AP

Woodland Way

CO79DL

Alma Street

CO79HH

Field Way

CO79JF

William Close

CO79PP

The Avenue

CO79BH

West Street

CO79PA

Rosabelle Avenue

CO79RW

Sainty Close

CO43GD

Elmstead Road

CO43ZL

Nesfield Road

CO79AZ

High Street

CO79DN

Alma Street

CO79ES

Rectory Road

CO79HT

Colchester Road

CO79NE

Dentons Terrace

CO79FL

Palmer Gardens

CO79RU

Chaney Road

CO79DF

Bath Street

CO79EN

Stanley Road

CO79HG

Field Way

CO79PU

Heath Road

CO79QW

The Cross

CO79RQ

Turner Close

CO79BT

The Quay

CO79GU

Carlton Mews

CO79RT

Chaney Road

CO79DX

Chapel Road

CO79TE

Dry Dock

CO79EZ

Vine Drive

CO79HF

Henrietta Close

CO79JL

Paget Road

CO79PY

Cracknell Close

CO79QS

Vanessa Drive

CO79SD

Caroline Close

CO43ZR

Capon Road

CO79DP

Brook Street

CO79JP

Queens Road

CO79PH

Rosabelle Avenue

CO79RZ

Westlake Crescent

CO79FP

Brightlingsea Road

CO79SS

Belle Vue Road

CO43ZQ

Boundary Road

CO79BN

East Street

CO79DD

Quay Street

CO79JE

Broadfields

CO79SR

Croquet Gardens

CO43ZF

Annan Road

CO79AR

Beech Avenue

CO79AU

De Vere Lane

CO79NT

Castleward Close

CO79QQ

The Cross

CO79RA

Trinity Close

CO79EX

Leys Road

CO79QH

The Cross

CO79RB

Amberley Close

CO79RH

Conway Close

CO79TA

Hardings Yard

CO79LB

Rectory Hill

CO79LL

Manor Road

CO43ZH

Annan Road

Data Sources

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