About Tilkey

Tilkey is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CO6 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The surrounding countryside offers a pleasant environment for those who enjoy rural living, with fields and woodlands nearby. Local amenities are limited, but residents can access basic services within a short drive. The village is well-connected to larger towns in the region, making it convenient for commuting. Tilkey is also close to various walking paths, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. Overall, it is a quiet place that appeals to those seeking a peaceful lifestyle away from urban centres.

School Ratings in Tilkey

Tilkey is served by 32 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Tilkey

Property prices average £452K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £549K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Tilkey

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Tilkey, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Tilkey

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Tilkey 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 Tilkey

Most properties in Tilkey 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 4,346 sales

Average Price £452K
£1K — £4.73M
Detached £549K 2,010
Semi £356K 1,129
Terraced £301K 616
Flat £172K 281

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary
4 Secondary
5 Other
Honywood School Secondary Good 0.4 miles St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Coggeshall Primary Good 0.7 miles Feering Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Stisted Church of England Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 2.9 miles Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Silver End Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles Bra2/C Silver End Family Hub Delivery Site Good 3.3 miles Earls Colne Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 3.3 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary Academy, Marks Tey Primary 3.5 miles Rivenhall Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Beckers Green Primary School Primary 4.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Tilkey IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Tilkey 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
4/10
8,331 Children (0-15) 17%
29,244 Working Age 58%
16,414 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.1% 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 Tilkey 4 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Tilkey 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.

3 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
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

Kelvedon Train Station 2.9 miles
Marks Tey Train Station 4.3 miles
Chappel And Wakes Colne Train Station 4.5 miles
White Notley Train Station 4.5 miles
Braintree Freeport Train Station 4.7 miles
Cressing (Essex) Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Coggeshall 0.9 miles Stockstreet 1.4 miles Surrex 1.4 miles Coggeshall Hamlet 1.4 miles Broad Green 1.9 miles Pattiswick 2 miles Skye Green 2 miles Langley Green 2.2 miles Burton's Green 2.2 miles Bradwell 2.5 miles East Gores 2.5 miles Stisted 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Colchester
County Essex
Ward Rural North
Constituency Harwich and North Essex
Parish Great Tey
Region East of England

Streets in CO6 30 shown View all streets

A1071 1 A12 2 A120 1 Abbotts Lane 1 Albany Close 1 Albany Road 2 Albert Gardens 1 Albert Place 1 Aldercar Road 1 Allendale Drive 2 Ambridge Road 1 America Road 1 Armoury Road 1 Ash Rise 1 Ashbury Drive 1 Ashwells Meadow 1 Ashwin Avenue 1 Atlas Court 1 Atlas Road 2 Aubrey Close 1 Bacon's Lane 1 Badger's Green 1 Barnfield Road 2 Bear Street 5 Bellingham Drive 1 Bergholt Road 2 Birch Fall 1 Birch Road 1 Birch Street 1 Blackbrook Road 3

Postcodes in CO6 50 shown View all postcodes

CO6 1AA CO6 1AB CO6 1AD CO6 1AE CO6 1AG CO6 1AH CO6 1AJ CO6 1AL CO6 1AN CO6 1AP CO6 1AQ CO6 1AR CO6 1AS CO6 1AU CO6 1AW CO6 1AX CO6 1AZ CO6 1BA CO6 1BB CO6 1BD CO6 1BE CO6 1BH CO6 1BJ CO6 1BL CO6 1BN CO6 1BP CO6 1BQ CO6 1BS CO6 1BT CO6 1BU CO6 1BW CO6 1BX CO6 1BZ CO6 1DA CO6 1DB CO6 1DD CO6 1DE CO6 1DG CO6 1DH CO6 1DJ CO6 1DL CO6 1DN CO6 1DP CO6 1DQ CO6 1DR CO6 1DS CO6 1DT CO6 1DU CO6 1DX CO6 1DY