About Aldham

Aldham is a village located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It lies within the CO6 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is known for its traditional English character, with a mix of historic and modern buildings. Aldham is close to the River Stour, which forms part of the boundary between Essex and Suffolk, and the area is popular with walkers and nature enthusiasts. The village has a small community centre and a church, reflecting its long-standing local presence. Transport links are modest, with nearby roads connecting to larger towns such as Colchester and Sudbury. The surrounding landscape offers a peaceful environment, typical of the Essex countryside.

School Ratings in Aldham

Families in Aldham have access to 55 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Aldham

Homes sell for an average of £452K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £549K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aldham

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Aldham, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Aldham

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Aldham around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Aldham

Aldham benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,346 sales

Average Price £452K
£1K — £4.73M
Detached £549K 2,010
Semi £356K 1,129
Terraced £301K 616
Flat £172K 281

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

35 Primary
9 Secondary
11 Other
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Eight Ash Green and Aldham Primary 0.6 miles Fordham All Saints CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Doucecroft School Requires Improvement 1.3 miles Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Lakelands Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.1 miles Stanway Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Chappel CofE Controlled Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Holmwood House School 2.2 miles Heathlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, West Bergholt Primary Good 2.3 miles The Stanway School Secondary Good 2.3 miles Lexden Springs School 2.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Aldham IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Aldham are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
8,331 Children (0-15) 17%
29,244 Working Age 58%
16,414 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Aldham 4 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Aldham are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

3 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Marks Tey Train Station 1.8 miles
Chappel And Wakes Colne Train Station 2.3 miles
Colchester Train Station 4.1 miles
Colchester Town Train Station 4.7 miles
Hythe (Essex) Train Station 5.7 miles
Kelvedon Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Gallows Green 0 yards Fordham Heath 0.6 miles Fordstreet 0.6 miles Seven Star Green 0.9 miles Fordham 1.2 miles Eight Ash Green 1.4 miles Rose Green 1.8 miles Copford 1.9 miles Chitts Hills 2 miles Great Tey 2 miles Swan Street 2 miles Marks Tey 2 miles

Local Government

District Colchester
County Essex
Ward Rural North
Constituency Harwich and North Essex
Parish Great Tey
Region East of England

Streets in CO6 30 shown View all streets

A1071 1 A12 2 A120 1 Abbotts Lane 1 Albany Close 1 Albany Road 2 Albert Gardens 1 Albert Place 1 Aldercar Road 1 Allendale Drive 2 Ambridge Road 1 America Road 1 Armoury Road 1 Ash Rise 1 Ashbury Drive 1 Ashwells Meadow 1 Ashwin Avenue 1 Atlas Court 1 Atlas Road 2 Aubrey Close 1 Bacon's Lane 1 Badger's Green 1 Barnfield Road 2 Bear Street 5 Bellingham Drive 1 Bergholt Road 2 Birch Fall 1 Birch Road 1 Birch Street 1 Blackbrook Road 3

Postcodes in CO6 50 shown View all postcodes

CO6 1AA CO6 1AB CO6 1AD CO6 1AE CO6 1AG CO6 1AH CO6 1AJ CO6 1AL CO6 1AN CO6 1AP CO6 1AQ CO6 1AR CO6 1AS CO6 1AU CO6 1AW CO6 1AX CO6 1AZ CO6 1BA CO6 1BB CO6 1BD CO6 1BE CO6 1BH CO6 1BJ CO6 1BL CO6 1BN CO6 1BP CO6 1BQ CO6 1BS CO6 1BT CO6 1BU CO6 1BW CO6 1BX CO6 1BZ CO6 1DA CO6 1DB CO6 1DD CO6 1DE CO6 1DG CO6 1DH CO6 1DJ CO6 1DL CO6 1DN CO6 1DP CO6 1DQ CO6 1DR CO6 1DS CO6 1DT CO6 1DU CO6 1DX CO6 1DY