About Rowhedge

Rowhedge is a village located in Essex, England, within the CO5 postcode area. It sits alongside the River Colne, providing a scenic riverside setting. The village features a mix of residential properties and local amenities, including a few shops and a pub, catering to the needs of its residents. Rowhedge is well-connected to nearby towns, making it a convenient place for those commuting to Colchester. The area is primarily residential, with a community that values its local environment. There are opportunities for walking and enjoying the riverside, as well as access to nearby parks. Rowhedge also has a primary school, serving families in the village. With its close proximity to Colchester, residents can easily access a wider range of services and leisure activities while enjoying the quieter pace of village life.

School Ratings in Rowhedge

Rowhedge is served by 76 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Rowhedge

Property prices average £407K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £503K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Rowhedge

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Rowhedge, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Rowhedge

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Rowhedge 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 Rowhedge

Most properties in Rowhedge 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 4,612 sales

Average Price £407K
£1K — £13.8M
Detached £503K 2,098
Semi £334K 1,324
Terraced £296K 547
Flat £195K 459

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

49 Primary
12 Secondary
15 Other
St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge Primary Good 0.2 miles Fingringhoe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Old Heath Community Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Broomgrove Infant School Primary Good 1.2 miles Broomgrove Junior School Primary Good 1.2 miles Cherry Tree Academy Primary Good 1.3 miles Millfields Primary School Primary 1.3 miles University of Essex Good 1.5 miles The Thomas Lord Audley School Secondary Good 1.7 miles Col4 Berechurch Family Hub Good 1.7 miles Monkwick Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 1.7 miles Monkwick Junior School Primary Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Rowhedge IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Rowhedge 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
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
6,613 Children (0-15) 16%
24,048 Working Age 58%
14,157 Older (60+) 34%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10% 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 Rowhedge 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

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

1 Other Theft
Local Policing
Essex Colchester Rural South Visit force website →
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

Wivenhoe Train Station 0.7 miles
Hythe (Essex) Train Station 1.9 miles
Alresford (Essex) Train Station 2.5 miles
Colchester Town Train Station 2.6 miles
Colchester Train Station 3.7 miles
Great Bentley Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fingringhoe 0.9 miles Blackheath 1.2 miles Wivenhoe 1.4 miles South Green 1.4 miles Old Heath 1.4 miles Abberton 1.8 miles Berechurch 2 miles The Hythe 2 miles Keelars Tye 2.2 miles Langenhoe 2.2 miles Alresford 2.5 miles Greenstead 2.5 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in CO5 30 shown View all streets

Abberton Road 5 Abbots Wick Lane 1 Acorn Mews 1 Ager Avenue 1 Albaney Terrace 1 Albion Street 1 Alexandra Avenue 1 Anchor Road 3 Apricot Mews 2 Archer Crescent 1 Argyle Court 1 Arnold Villas 1 Ashurst Close 1 Avocet Close 1 Avocet Way 1 B1024 3 Bainbridge Drive 2 Ballast Quay Road 1 Barbrook Lane 3 Barfield Road 8 Barnfield 1 Barnfields 1 Barrow Mews 1 Bassingham Crescent 1 Beach Road 1 Bedford Close 1 Bellingham Place 1 Berkeley Gardens 1 Berryfield Close 1 Beverley Avenue 1

Postcodes in CO5 50 shown View all postcodes

CO5 0AA CO5 0AB CO5 0AD CO5 0AE CO5 0AF CO5 0AG CO5 0AH CO5 0AJ CO5 0AL CO5 0AN CO5 0AP CO5 0AQ CO5 0AR CO5 0AS CO5 0AT CO5 0AU CO5 0AW CO5 0AX CO5 0AY CO5 0AZ CO5 0BA CO5 0BB CO5 0BD CO5 0BE CO5 0BG CO5 0BH CO5 0BJ CO5 0BL CO5 0BN CO5 0BP CO5 0BS CO5 0BT CO5 0BU CO5 0BW CO5 0BX CO5 0DA CO5 0DB CO5 0DD CO5 0DE CO5 0DF CO5 0DG CO5 0DH CO5 0DJ CO5 0DL CO5 0DN CO5 0DP CO5 0DQ CO5 0DR CO5 0DS CO5 0DT