Overview

Essex Area Insights & Overview

Located in the East of England, Essex is a county of contrasts, featuring vibrant towns, serene countryside, and a stunning coastline. Key towns such as Chelmsford, Colchester, and Southend-on-Sea offer thriving communities with excellent amenities. Essex is rich in history, home to landmarks like Audley End House and Colchester Castle, the oldest recorded town in Britain. With its proximity to London, affordable property options, and lively social scene, Essex is popular with young professionals and families alike. From coastal retreats to commuter-friendly towns, Essex is full of opportunities.

Essex population and area insights and data

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Price Rank

48

48 of 175 Areas

Rank of highest average property sale price by area

This chart compares average house prices for Essex in comparison to nationally.

Crime Rank

60

60 of 175 Areas

Rank of lowest average crime rate per month by area

This chart compares average crime rate for Essex in comparison to nationally.

Education Rank

127

127 of 175 Areas

Rank of highest average education level of residents by area

This chart compares average educational level for Essex in comparison to nationally.

Sold Prices vs National Avg

Highest Sale (12 Months)

£24,000,000

Acacia Court Lamplighters Close, Waltham Abbey, Epping Forest, Essex, EN9 3AF

Lowest Sale (12 Months)

£52,025

49 Greenacres, Clacton-on-sea, Tendring, Essex, CO15 6LZ

Tenancy Tenure

Politics

Crime (per 1k people)

Income & Work

Average Household Income

£47,963.00

Construction

Average Work Level

Lower Managerial

Car or Van

Average Commute Distance

10km - 19km

Average Weekly Hours Worked

31-48 Hours

Amenities

The Co-operative Food

Supermarkets (per 1k people)

Barclays

Banks (per 1k people)

GP Surgeries

303

Opticians

160

Dentists

212 Age & Gender

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