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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

CO79AL

The Avenue

CO79BB

High Street

CO79GS

Pearl Walk

CO79LJ

Ernest Road

CO79NU

Claremont Road

CO43ZA

Wivenhoe

CO79BS

Black Buoy Hill

CO79JJ

Queens Road

CO79LD

Belle Vue Road

CO79NW

Friars Close

CO79RE

Bowes Road

CO79LN

Manor Road

CO79RR

Chaney Road

CO79AE

Malting Yard

CO79AX

De Vere Close

CO79FE

Quay Street

CO79AJ

The Avenue

CO79BJ

High Street

CO79BP

Rose Lane

CO79EY

James Close

CO79NR

Petworth Close

CO79RD

Bowes Road

CO43ZS

Capon Road

CO79EW

Charles Court

CO79NH

The Nook

CO79AS

De Vere Lane

CO79BQ

Blyths Lane

CO79FF

Walter Radcliffe Road

CO79SZ

Admirals Walk

CO43UA

St Andrew's Avenue

CO79EP

Rectory Road

CO79HA

Wivenhoe

CO79LE

Belle Vue Road

CO79AB

High Street

CO79DG

The Folly

CO79FG

Walter Radcliffe Road

CO79NP

Sandford Close

CO79RY

Chaney Road

CO79LH

Harvey Road

CO79NB

Park Road

CO79SY

Tern Mews

CO79AF

High Street

CO79HR

Vine Farm Road

CO79QP

Spring Chase

CO79RP

Frances Close

CO79EH

Belle Vue Road

CO79AQ

The Avenue

CO79BG

Blyths Lane

CO79ER

Rectory Road

CO79PB

Vanessa Drive

CO79PT

Heath Road

CO79QT

Broome Grove

CO79SF

Alexandra Drive

CO79SJ

Wilson Close

CO79WP

Watsham Place

CO79SW

Old Ferry Road

CO43ZU

Wivenhoe

CO79HD

Lammas Way

CO79HS

Colchester Road

CO79SL

Tolliday Close

CO79DT

Paget Road

CO79JH

Queens Road

Data Sources

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