About Thorpe Green

Thorpe Green is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CO16 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The surrounding countryside offers a variety of outdoor spaces, making it suitable for those who enjoy walking and cycling. Local amenities can be found in nearby towns, providing essential services and shops. The village is well-connected by road, allowing easy access to larger towns and cities in the region. Nearby attractions include scenic parks and nature reserves, which are ideal for family outings or leisurely strolls. Thorpe Green's community is close-knit, and residents often participate in local events and activities, fostering a friendly atmosphere.

School Ratings in Thorpe Green

Families in Thorpe Green have access to 27 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Thorpe Green

Homes sell for an average of £303K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £345K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Thorpe Green

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Thorpe Green, with 16 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Thorpe Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Thorpe Green within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Thorpe Green

Thorpe Green 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 4,998 sales

Average Price £303K
£3K — £27.78M
Detached £345K 2,652
Semi £249K 1,448
Terraced £215K 534
Flat £126K 143

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

19 Primary
3 Secondary
5 Other
Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.8 miles Compass Community School Essex Good 1.8 miles Tendring Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Weeley St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles All Saints Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Great Oakley Primary Good 2.5 miles Engaines Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 3.1 miles Kirby Primary Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Wix and Wrabness Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Lift Hamford Primary Good 4.1 miles Great Bentley Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Frinton-on-Sea Primary School Primary 4.2 miles Burrsville Infant Academy Primary Good 4.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Thorpe Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Thorpe Green experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
2/10
Health
3/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
7/10
6,611 Children (0-15) 16%
23,005 Working Age 56%
14,874 Older (60+) 36%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 50.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.2% 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 Thorpe Green 124 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Thorpe Green is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

60 Violence & Sexual Offences
16 Criminal Damage & Arson
9 Vehicle Crime
8 Shoplifting
7 Other Theft
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Other Crime
4 Drugs
4 Public Order
3 Burglary
2 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Essex Frinton, Thorpe-le-Soken and Walton 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

Thorpe-Le-Soken Train Station 1.3 miles
Weeley Train Station 2.2 miles
Kirby Cross Train Station 3 miles
Great Bentley Train Station 4.1 miles
Frinton-On-Sea Train Station 4.2 miles
Walton-On-The-Naze Train Station 4.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Thorpe-le-Soken 0.9 miles Beaumont 1.2 miles Weeley 2 miles Tendring 2 miles Stones Green 2 miles Goose Green 2.2 miles Tendring Green 2.2 miles Weeley Heath 2.2 miles Little Clacton 2.6 miles Row Heath 2.8 miles Great Oakley 2.8 miles Tendring Heath 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Tendring
County Essex
Ward Thorpe, Beaumont & Great Holland
Constituency Clacton
Parish Thorpe-le-Soken
Region East of England

Streets in CO16 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Crescent 1 Abbey Street 3 Abbots Gardens 1 Abinger Close 1 Addis Road 1 Alan Drive 1 Aldeburgh Close 1 Alexandra Road 2 Allen Way 1 Alpha Road 1 Amerells Road 1 Argyle Road 2 Ashstead Close 1 Aster Close 1 Auger Road 2 Autumn Close 1 Azalea Way 1 Banister Close 1 Barkers Lane 1 Barnacle Way 3 Barrington Close 1 Batemans Lane 1 Battisford Drive 3 Bawdsey Close 1 Beach Road 7 Beacon Heights 1 Beacon Way 1 Begonia Place 1 Beldams Close 1 Benhall Close 1

Postcodes in CO16 50 shown View all postcodes

CO16 0AA CO16 0AB CO16 0AD CO16 0AE CO16 0AF CO16 0AG CO16 0AH CO16 0AJ CO16 0AL CO16 0AN CO16 0AP CO16 0AR CO16 0AS CO16 0AT CO16 0AU CO16 0AX CO16 0AZ CO16 0BA CO16 0BB CO16 0BD CO16 0BG CO16 0BH CO16 0BJ CO16 0BL CO16 0BN CO16 0BP CO16 0BS CO16 0BT CO16 0BU CO16 0BW CO16 0BX CO16 0BY CO16 0BZ CO16 0DA CO16 0DB CO16 0DD CO16 0DE CO16 0DG CO16 0DH CO16 0DJ CO16 0DL CO16 0DN CO16 0DP CO16 0DQ CO16 0DR CO16 0DT CO16 0DU CO16 0DW CO16 0DY CO16 0DZ