About Wickham Bishops

Wickham Bishops is a village located in Essex, England, within the CM8 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles from the town of Witham and offers a mix of residential and rural settings. The village features a range of local amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, and a few shops, catering to the daily needs of its residents. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Wickham Bishops is also well-connected by road, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere and hosts various events throughout the year, fostering a sense of togetherness among residents.

School Ratings in Wickham Bishops

Wickham Bishops is served by 38 schools. Southview School and Chatten Free School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wickham Bishops

Property prices average £352K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £276K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wickham Bishops

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Wickham Bishops, with 14 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wickham Bishops

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wickham Bishops 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 Wickham Bishops

Most properties in Wickham Bishops 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 6,094 sales

Average Price £352K
£1K — £25.69M
Detached £539K 1,306
Semi £328K 1,504
Terraced £276K 1,817
Flat £175K 1,278

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary
4 Secondary
7 Other
Great Totham Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Howbridge Church of England Junior School Primary Good 1.7 miles Howbridge Infant School Primary Good 1.8 miles Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Chipping Hill Primary School Primary 2 miles Lift Maltings Secondary Requires Improvement 2.1 miles Woodend Farm School Good 2.6 miles Bra2 Harlequin Family Hub Delivery Site Good 2.7 miles Witham Oaks Academy Primary Good 2.7 miles Acorn Academy Primary 2.7 miles Templars Academy Primary Good 2.8 miles Heybridge Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wickham Bishops IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wickham Bishops 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,546 Children (0-15) 19%
30,060 Working Age 60%
12,894 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.8% 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 Wickham Bishops 148 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Wickham Bishops 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.

69 Violence & Sexual Offences
14 Other Theft
11 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
9 Drugs
8 Vehicle Crime
7 Public Order
7 Shoplifting
6 Other Crime
4 Burglary
2 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Robbery
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 2.3 miles
Hatfield Peverel Train Station 3.5 miles
Kelvedon Train Station 4.3 miles
White Notley Train Station 5.2 miles
Cressing (Essex) Train Station 6.4 miles
Braintree Freeport Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Beacon Hill 0.6 miles Great Totham 0.9 miles Little Braxted 1.4 miles Great Braxted 1.8 miles Totham Hill 1.9 miles Langford 2 miles Witham 2.2 miles Broad Street Green 2.2 miles Totham Plains 2.5 miles Little Totham 2.6 miles Heybridge 2.6 miles Rivenhall End 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Braintree
County Essex
Ward Witham Central
Constituency Witham
Parish Witham
Region East of England

Notable & Famous People from Wickham Bishops 1 people

Nicola LeFanu
Composer
British composer

Streets in CM8 30 shown View all streets

Abercorn Way 1 Abraham Drive 1 Acacia Gardens 1 Ager Road 1 Aire Walk 1 Alan Road 1 Albert Road 1 Alfreg Road 1 Allectus Way 6 Arbour Lane 2 Armiger Way 2 Armond Road 3 Ash Fall 1 Ashby Road 2 Augustus Way 1 Avenue Road 4 Avon Walk 2 Babbs Court 1 Back Lane 1 Baker Way 2 Bantock Way 2 Bareham Road 1 Barley Fields 1 Barnardiston Way 1 Beacon Hill 1 Beacons Lane 1 Beech Green 1 Beech Road 1 Beehive Avenue 1 Bellfield Close 2

Postcodes in CM8 50 shown View all postcodes

CM8 1AA CM8 1AB CM8 1AD CM8 1AE CM8 1AF CM8 1AG CM8 1AH CM8 1AJ CM8 1AL CM8 1AN CM8 1AP CM8 1AQ CM8 1AR CM8 1AU CM8 1AX CM8 1AY CM8 1AZ CM8 1BA CM8 1BD CM8 1BE CM8 1BG CM8 1BH CM8 1BJ CM8 1BN CM8 1BP CM8 1BQ CM8 1BS CM8 1BT CM8 1BU CM8 1BW CM8 1BX CM8 1BY CM8 1BZ CM8 1DA CM8 1DB CM8 1DD CM8 1DE CM8 1DF CM8 1DG CM8 1DH CM8 1DJ CM8 1DL CM8 1DN CM8 1DP CM8 1DQ CM8 1DR CM8 1DS CM8 1DT CM8 1DU CM8 1DW