About Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is a small settlement located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It falls within the CM9 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, and is known for its quiet, peaceful environment. The village is close to the A120 road, which provides access to nearby towns and cities, including Chelmsford and Colchester. There are local amenities within walking distance, including a village hall and a small shop, and the community is active with regular events and gatherings. The surrounding landscape features rolling fields and hedgerows, typical of the Essex countryside. The area is popular with commuters due to its proximity to major transport links and its relatively affordable housing compared to larger urban centres.

School Ratings in Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is served by 37 schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Beacon Hill

Property prices average £393K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £510K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Beacon Hill

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Beacon Hill, with 9 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Beacon Hill

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Beacon Hill 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Beacon Hill

Most properties in Beacon Hill can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,978 sales

Average Price £393K
£2K — £15.25M
Detached £510K 1,748
Semi £332K 1,389
Terraced £284K 1,141
Flat £210K 450

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

26 Primary
4 Secondary
7 Other
Great Totham Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Howbridge Church of England Junior School Primary Good 2.3 miles Howbridge Infant School Primary Good 2.4 miles Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Lift Maltings Secondary Requires Improvement 2.6 miles Heybridge Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Chipping Hill Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Tiptree Heath Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Mid Essex Co-Operative Academy 2.8 miles Templars Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles Bra2 Harlequin Family Hub Delivery Site Good 3.2 miles Witham Oaks Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Beacon Hill IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Beacon Hill 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,283 Children (0-15) 16%
25,964 Working Age 59%
14,401 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.8% 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 Hill 114 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Beacon Hill falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

66 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Public Order
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Shoplifting
5 Burglary
4 Other Theft
4 Vehicle Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Witham Train Station 2.7 miles
Hatfield Peverel Train Station 4.1 miles
Kelvedon Train Station 4.2 miles
White Notley Train Station 5.6 miles
Cressing (Essex) Train Station 6.8 miles
North Fambridge Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wickham Bishops 0.6 miles Great Totham 0.6 miles Totham Hill 1.2 miles Great Braxted 1.4 miles Little Braxted 1.8 miles Totham Plains 1.9 miles Little Totham 2 miles Broad Street Green 2 miles Langford 2.2 miles Heybridge 2.5 miles Tiptree Heath 2.6 miles Witham 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Maldon
County Essex
Ward Heybridge West
Constituency Maldon
Parish Heybridge
Region East of England

Streets in CM9 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Turning 1 Abbotsmead 1 Acacia Drive 2 Acorn Close 1 America Street 1 Anchor Lane 2 Anchorage Hill 2 Anson Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashfield Farm Road 2 Atkins Crescent 6 Aveley Way 1 Avocet Way 1 Avro Lane 1 Back Road 1 Bakers Lane 2 Barber Close 1 Barbrook Avenue 1 Barnhall Road 5 Baron's Lane 1 Barrell Close 1 Basin Road 7 Bassetts Lane 1 Bates Road 3 Battle Rise 1 Beacon Hill 1 Beadle Place 1 Beaumont Way 1 Beckingham Road 5 Beckingham Street 7

Postcodes in CM9 50 shown View all postcodes

CM9 4AA CM9 4AB CM9 4AD CM9 4AG CM9 4AH CM9 4AJ CM9 4AL CM9 4AN CM9 4AP CM9 4AR CM9 4AS CM9 4AT CM9 4AU CM9 4AW CM9 4AX CM9 4AZ CM9 4BA CM9 4BB CM9 4BD CM9 4BE CM9 4BH CM9 4BJ CM9 4BL CM9 4BN CM9 4BP CM9 4BQ CM9 4BS CM9 4BT CM9 4BU CM9 4BW CM9 4DA CM9 4DB CM9 4DD CM9 4DE CM9 4DF CM9 4DG CM9 4DH CM9 4DJ CM9 4DN CM9 4DR CM9 4DT CM9 4DU CM9 4DW CM9 4DX CM9 4DY CM9 4ED CM9 4EJ CM9 4ER CM9 4FB CM9 4FH