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34,854
Population
12,063
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£67,192
Avg. household income
1,230
Businesses
1,004
People per km²
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About Beacon End

Beacon End is a small settlement located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It lies within the CO3 postcode area and is situated near the town of Clacton-on-Sea. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes set along quiet streets. It is close to the coast, offering easy access to the seafront and local amenities. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Essex countryside, with open fields and scattered woodland. While not a large community, Beacon End has a sense of local character and is well-connected to nearby towns by road. Its proximity to Clacton-on-Sea provides residents with shopping, leisure, and transport facilities. The area is known for its peaceful environment and is popular with those seeking a quieter lifestyle within easy reach of coastal attractions.

School Ratings in Beacon End

Beacon End is served by 76 schools. Lakelands Primary School and Colchester County High School for Girls are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Beacon End

Property prices average £363K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £461K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Beacon End

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Beacon End, with 42 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Beacon End

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Beacon End falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Beacon End

There are 19 GP surgeries within three miles of Beacon End, the nearest being Winstree Medical Practice (0.1 miles away).

Local Data for Beacon End

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Property Prices 5,624 sales

Average Price £363K
£499 , £13.1M
Detached £461K 2,032
Semi £340K 1,769
Terraced £286K 826
Flat £180K 857

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

50 Primary
11 Secondary
15 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 9
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CO3 postcode area.

Stanway Primary School Primary Good 139 yards The Stanway School Secondary Good 0.1 miles Lexden Springs School Not applicable 0.1 miles Col11 Little Hands Family Hub Delivery Site Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Stanway Fiveways Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Lakelands Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils Primary 0.5 miles St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester Primary 0.6 miles Home Farm Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Holmwood House School Not applicable 0.7 miles Doucecroft School Not applicable Requires Improvement 0.9 miles Prettygate Junior School Primary Good 1.3 miles

Household Income in Beacon End ONS 2023

The average total household income in Beacon End is approximately £67,192 a year before tax, 22% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,891. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Beacon End £67,192
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £47,891.

Businesses in Beacon End ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,230 active businesses based in Beacon End, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 21 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,230 Total businesses
35 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Beacon End IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Beacon End in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 21%
6,714 Children (0-15) 19%
21,055 Working Age 60%
7,087 Older (65+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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 Beacon End 240 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Beacon End experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 88
Anti-Social Behaviour 42
Shoplifting 25
Criminal Damage & Arson 23
Vehicle Crime 16
Public Order 15
Other Theft 13
Burglary 7
Drugs 4
Other Crime 3
Robbery 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Weapons 1
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

Colchester Train Station 2.5 miles
Marks Tey Train Station 2.5 miles
Colchester Town Train Station 2.8 miles
Hythe (Essex) Train Station 3.7 miles
Chappel And Wakes Colne Train Station 4.5 miles
Wivenhoe Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stanway 0 yards Chitts Hills 0.6 miles Eight Ash Green 0.9 miles Stanway Green 0.9 miles Shrub End 1.4 miles Seven Star Green 1.4 miles Lexden 1.4 miles Fordham Heath 1.8 miles Copford 2 miles Heckfordbridge 2 miles West Bergholt 2 miles Copford Green 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Colchester
County Essex
Ward Stanway
Constituency Witham
Parish Stanway
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Beacon End

Of the 14,560 households in and around Beacon End, 75% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 9% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Beacon End.

Frequently Asked Questions about Beacon End

What is the population of Beacon End?
Beacon End has a population of approximately 34,854 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Beacon End?
The average property in and around Beacon End sold for about £362,567, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 4% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Beacon End a deprived area?
Beacon End sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Beacon End?
Beacon End is covered by the CO3 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Beacon End?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Beacon End, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Beacon End?
The nearest railway station to Beacon End is Colchester Train Station, about 2.5 miles away.

Streets in CO3 30 shown View all streets

A12 2 Aardvark Drive 1 Acland Avenue 1 Acland Court 1 Alan Way 5 Albertine Close 1 Alexandra Road 1 Alexandra Terrace 2 All Saints Avenue 2 Allen Aldridge Grove 1 Alton Drive 1 Ambrose Avenue 5 Angora Business Park 1 Argents Lane 1 Ashley Gardens 1 Athelstan Road 2 Audley Road 2 B1408 1 Back Lane 2 Baden Powell Drive 4 Bailey Dale 1 Baines Close 1 Bale Close 1 Balkerne Hill 3 Barley Way 2 Barn Fields 1 Batterham Close 1 Beacon Way 1 Beaconsfield Avenue 2 Beaver Close 2

Postcodes in CO3 50 shown View all postcodes

CO3 0AB CO3 0AD CO3 0AE CO3 0AF CO3 0AG CO3 0AH CO3 0AJ CO3 0AL CO3 0AN CO3 0AP CO3 0AQ CO3 0AR CO3 0AS CO3 0AT CO3 0AU CO3 0AW CO3 0AX CO3 0AY CO3 0AZ CO3 0BA CO3 0BB CO3 0BD CO3 0BE CO3 0BG CO3 0BH CO3 0BJ CO3 0BL CO3 0BN CO3 0EB CO3 0FG CO3 0FL CO3 0FQ CO3 0FT CO3 0FU CO3 0FZ CO3 0GH CO3 0GJ CO3 0GL CO3 0GN CO3 0GW CO3 0HA CO3 0HD CO3 0HE CO3 0HF CO3 0HG CO3 0HH CO3 0HJ CO3 0HL CO3 0HN CO3 0HP