About Ardleigh

Ardleigh is a village located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It lies within the CO7 postcode area and is situated near the River Blackwater, which forms part of the boundary between Essex and Suffolk. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. Ardleigh is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character, with a mix of residential properties and open fields. The parish church, St Mary’s, is a notable local landmark and reflects the area’s historical roots. The village is accessible by road, with nearby junctions on the A120 providing connections to larger towns such as Colchester and Chelmsford. Ardleigh remains a quiet, community-focused place with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Ardleigh

There are 51 schools in and around Ardleigh. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ardleigh

The average property price is £380K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £464K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ardleigh

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Burglary is prevalent across Ardleigh, with 3 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ardleigh

Ardleigh sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ardleigh

Broadband speeds in Ardleigh are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,385 sales

Average Price £380K
£100 — £9M
Detached £464K 2,891
Semi £298K 1,841
Terraced £277K 887
Flat £205K 449

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

36 Primary
6 Secondary
9 Other
Ardleigh St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Dedham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Langham Primary Academy Primary 2.3 miles Langham Oaks 2.5 miles Lawford Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Colchester Primary Good 2.7 miles St George's Church of England Primary School, Great Bromley Primary Good 2.8 miles Roach Vale Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Elmstead Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Brinkley Grove Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Manningtree High School Secondary 3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ardleigh IMD 2025

Ardleigh sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
7,912 Children (0-15) 15%
30,694 Working Age 59%
17,546 Older (60+) 34%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.7% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.4% 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 Ardleigh 14 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Ardleigh records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

5 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Burglary
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Theft
1 Weapons
1 Shoplifting
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

Manningtree Train Station 3.1 miles
Hythe (Essex) Train Station 4 miles
Mistley Train Station 4.2 miles
Colchester Train Station 4.4 miles
Colchester Town Train Station 4.5 miles
Wivenhoe Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Burnt Heath 0.9 miles Ardleigh Heath 0.9 miles Birchhall Corner 0.9 miles Foxash Estate 1.4 miles Dedham Heath 1.4 miles Bromley Cross 1.4 miles Lamb Corner 1.4 miles Parney Heath 1.4 miles Elmstead 2 miles Crockleford Heath 2 miles Fox Street 2.2 miles Langham 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Tendring
County Essex
Ward Brightlingsea
Constituency Harwich and North Essex
Parish Brightlingsea
Region East of England

Streets in CO7 30 shown View all streets

A12 2 A120 2 Abrey Close 1 Acorn Close 1 Acorn Walk 1 Admirals Walk 3 Aingers Green Road 1 Albert Road 1 Aldous Close 1 Alexandra Drive 2 Alfells Road 1 Alma Street 2 Almond Close 1 Alresford Road 3 Amberley Close 1 Anchor Hill 1 Anchor Lane 1 Anglesea Road 1 Anne Close 1 Ardleigh Court 1 Ardleigh Road 5 Ash Close 1 Ash Grove 2 Ash Road 1 Askins Road 1 Aveline Road 1 Avocet Place 1 B1070 1 Back Lane East 2 Back Lane West 1

Postcodes in CO7 50 shown View all postcodes

CO7 0AA CO7 0AB CO7 0AE CO7 0AG CO7 0AJ CO7 0AL CO7 0AN CO7 0AP CO7 0AQ CO7 0AR CO7 0AU CO7 0AW CO7 0AX CO7 0AY CO7 0AZ CO7 0BA CO7 0BD CO7 0BE CO7 0BG CO7 0BH CO7 0BL CO7 0BP CO7 0BS CO7 0BT CO7 0BX CO7 0BY CO7 0BZ CO7 0DA CO7 0DB CO7 0DD CO7 0DF CO7 0DG CO7 0DH CO7 0DJ CO7 0DL CO7 0DN CO7 0DP CO7 0DR CO7 0DS CO7 0DT CO7 0DU CO7 0DW CO7 0DY CO7 0DZ CO7 0EA CO7 0EB CO7 0EG CO7 0EH CO7 0EJ CO7 0EL