Area Info for Wivenhoe (Essex)

Wivenhoe (Essex, UK)

Wivenhoe is a historic town located in Essex, England, situated on the north bank of the River Colne. It is approximately 4 miles east of Colchester, making it a popular spot for commuters and visitors alike. The town is known for its picturesque harbour, vibrant community, and rich maritime history.

History and Heritage

Wivenhoe has a long history dating back to medieval times, with evidence of settlement from as early as the 12th century. The town's name is believed to derive from Old English, meaning "Wifa's hill" or "Wifa's settlement." Historically, Wivenhoe was a significant port and shipbuilding centre, which contributed to its development and prosperity over the centuries.

Geography and Environment

The town is characterised by its scenic waterfront, with a harbour that supports leisure boating and fishing activities. Wivenhoe is surrounded by natural beauty, including the nearby Wivenhoe Park and the Essex countryside. The River Colne provides opportunities for water-based recreation and contributes to the town's maritime character.

Community and Amenities

Wivenhoe boasts a lively community with a range of local amenities, including shops, pubs, cafes, and cultural venues. The town hosts various events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of community spirit. Wivenhoe also has a university campus, the University of Essex, which adds to its vibrant and diverse population.

Transport Links

The town is well-connected by rail, with Wivenhoe railway station providing direct services to Colchester and London Liverpool Street. Road access is facilitated via the A12 and A120 roads, making it accessible for commuters and visitors. The proximity to Colchester also enhances its connectivity to wider transport networks.

Recreation and Leisure

Wivenhoe offers various recreational activities, including sailing, kayaking, and walking along the river and countryside. The town has several parks and green spaces, as well as community centres that host events and activities for residents and visitors.
Education
School
Broomgrove Infant School0.21 miles
Broome Grove, Off Heath Road, Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO7 9QB
Broomgrove Junior School0.21 miles
Broome Grove, Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO7 9QB
St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge0.81 miles
Rectory Road, Rowhedge, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7HR
Millfields Primary School0.83 miles
Bowes Road, Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO7 9RD
Old Heath Community Primary School1.16 miles
Old Heath Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8DD
Fingringhoe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School1.50 miles
Church Road, Fingringhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7BN
Kendall Church of England Primary School1.61 miles
Recreation Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2HH
Unity Primary Academy1.75 miles
Hickory Avenue, Greenstead, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3QJ
Market Field School1.97 miles
School Road, Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7ET
Colchester Academy2.00 miles
Hawthorn Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3JL
Hazelmere Junior School2.01 miles
Hawthorn Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3JP
Hazelmere Infant School and Nursery2.01 miles
Hawthorn Avenue, Greenstead Estate, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3JP
Elmstead Primary School2.01 miles
Holly Way, Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7YQ
Cherry Tree Primary School and Speech and Language Unit2.01 miles
Holt Drive, Mersea Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0BG
St George's Infant School and Nursery2.06 miles
Barrington Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7RW
Monkwick Junior School2.13 miles
School Road, Monkwick, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8NN
Health
Clinic
Heath House1.24 miles
Grange Way,, CO2 8GU
Scrivens Hearing Care At Wimpole Road Surgery - Colchester1.99 miles
52 Wimpole Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2DL
AHP Suffolk (Colchester)2.41 miles
Foxburrow Grange, Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7NL
Portland Medical Practice2.46 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
Abbey Fields Medical Centre2.46 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
Abbey Field Medical Centre2.46 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
Scrivens Hearing Care At Abbey Field Medical Centre - Colchester2.46 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
Scrivens Hearing Care At Portland Medical Practice - Colchester2.46 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
East Hill Surgery2.48 miles
78 East Hill, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2RW
Castle Gardens Medical Centre2.48 miles
78 East Hill, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2QS
Scrivens Hearing Care At East Hill Surgery - Colchester2.48 miles
78 East Hill, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2RW
Scrivens Hearing Care At Day Lewis Pharmacy - Colchester2.64 miles
7 Priory Walk, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1LG
Scrivens Opticians And Hearing Care - Colchester2.69 miles
41 Eld Lane, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1LS
Cornerstone2.78 miles
5-7 Sir Isaacs Walk, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JJ
Dmc Community Dermatology Service (Creffield Medical Centre)2.80 miles
Creffield Medical Centre, 15 Cavalry Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7GH
Creffield Medical Centre2.80 miles
15 Cavalry Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7GH
GP
Wivenhoe Surgery0.35 miles
71 The Avenue, Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO7 9PP
Rowhedge Medical Practice : Dr Wall & Partners 0.73 miles
7 Rectory Road, Rowhedge, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7HP
University of Essex Medical Centre : Dr Wall and Partners 0.77 miles
University Health Centre, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ
The Hawthorn Surgery1.87 miles
St Edmunds Centre, Tamarisk Way, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3GW
Wimpole Road Surgery1.99 miles
52 Wimpole Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2DL
Chapel Lane Surgery2.08 miles
Chapel Lane, Elmstead Market, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7AG
Parsons Health Medical Practice2.25 miles
35A Parsons Heath, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3HS
Coach Road Surgery2.28 miles
1 Coach Road, Colchester, CO7 8EA
Abbey Field Medical Centre2.46 miles
Abbey Field Medical Centre, Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, Essex, CO2 7UW
Portland Medical Practice2.46 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
Castle Gardens Medical Centre2.48 miles
78 East Hill, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2QS
The East Hill Surgery2.48 miles
The East Hill Surgery, 78 East Hill, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2RW
Creffield Medical Centre2.80 miles
15 Cavalry Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7GH
North Hill Medical Group - North Hill Surgery2.95 miles
18 North Hill, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1DZ
Highwoods Surgery3.41 miles
Highwoods Square, Highwoods, Colchester, Essex, CO4 9SR
Layer Road Surgery3.44 miles
Layer Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9LA
Hospital
Essex County Hospital3.09 miles
Lexden Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3NB
Oaks Hospital3.71 miles
Oaks Place, Mile End Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5XR
Colchester General Hospital3.80 miles
Turner Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5JL
Clacton Hospital10.00 miles
Tower Road, Clacton, Essex, CO15 1LH
Fryatt Hospital, Harwich13.87 miles
419 Main Road, Harwich, Essex, CO12 4EX
Halstead Hospital14.59 miles
78 Hedingham Road, Halstead, Essex, CO9 2DL
St Leonards Hospital15.08 miles
Newton Road, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 2RQ
Bluebird Lodge15.22 miles
100 Mansbrook Boulevard, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 9GJ
St Peter's Hospital15.29 miles
Spital Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6EG
Walnut Tree Hospital15.42 miles
Walnut Tree Lane, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 1BE
St Clements Hospital16.27 miles
Foxhall Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 8LS
Walker Close16.50 miles
3 and 4 Walker Close, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 8LY
The Ipswich Hospital16.88 miles
Heath Road, ..., Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 5PD
Woodlands16.88 miles
Heath Road, Ipswich Hospital, Ipswich, IP4 5PD
Nuffield Health, Ipswich Hospital17.13 miles
Foxhall Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 5SW
St Michael's Hospital17.62 miles
Rayne Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 2QU
Pharmacy
Boots0.46 miles
11 Vine Parade, Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO7 9HA
The Hythe Pharmacy1.55 miles
2 Hythe Quay, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8JB
Boots1.87 miles
St Edmunds Centre, Tamarisk Way, Greenstead, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3GW
Lloydspharmacy2.00 miles
358 Mersea Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8RB
Boots2.05 miles
118 Military Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2AR
Day Lewis Pharmacy2.26 miles
338 Harwich Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3HP
Day Lewis Plc2.46 miles
Day Lewis East Hill (Formerly Priory Pharmacy), 81a East Hill, Colchester, CO1 2QW
Queen Street Pharmacy2.62 miles
12 Queen Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2PJ
Day Lewis Pharmacy2.64 miles
7 Priory Walk, Colchester, CO1 1LG
Day Lewis St Johns Pharmacy2.68 miles
38 St.Christopher Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 0NA
Boots2.70 miles
5 Lion Walk, Colchester, CO1 1LX
Fittleworth Medical Limited2.78 miles
D41-D42 Moorside Business, Eastgates, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2ZF
Cavalry Road Pharmacy2.80 miles
15 Cavalry Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7GH
Boots3.01 miles
2 Creffield Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3JB
Crouch End Pharmacy3.02 miles
77 Crouch Street, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3EZ
Asda Pharmacy3.29 miles
Unit 9 Turner Rise, Petrolea Close, Colchester, CO4 5TU
Leisure
Park
COLNE0.14 miles
WIVENHOE PARK (Grade II Listed)0.75 miles
SALARY BROOK1.45 miles
WELSH WOOD2.27 miles
COLCHESTER CASTLE PARK (Grade II Listed)2.82 miles
BULL MEADOWS2.83 miles
HIGH WOODS3.43 miles
HILLY FIELDS3.56 miles
LEXDEN PARK4.04 miles
SPRING LANE MEADOWS4.14 miles
SEVERALLS HOSPITAL (Grade II Listed)4.31 miles
CUDMORE GROVE5.44 miles
COLNE ESTUARY5.95 miles
ST OSYTH'S PRIORY (Grade II Listed)6.56 miles
BLACKWATER ESTUARY7.20 miles
LAYER MARNEY TOWER (Grade II Listed)7.36 miles
Shop
Groceries
Co-op Colchester0.57 miles
Wivenhoe, CO7 9AH
Rowhedge Convenience Store0.69 miles
4 High Street, Rowhedge, Essex CO5 7HG
Co-op Colchester0.73 miles
Rowhedge, CO5 7EA
SPAR Essex University0.77 miles
Spar Store, Wivenhoe Park, Essex, CO4 3SQ
SPAR University Of Essex (su2)0.77 miles
Su2 (essex), Essex, CO4 3SQ
Londis, Fingringhoe Road1.09 miles
43 Fingringhoe Road, Essex, CO2 8EB
Old Heath Convenience Store1.36 miles
218a Old Heath Road, Colchester Essex CO2 8AU
Co-op Colchester1.37 miles
Haven Road, Colchester, CO2 8FU
Co-op Colchester1.37 miles
Old Heath Road, CO2 8AT
Tesco Colchester (Superstore)1.63 miles
Greenstead Rd, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2TE
Co-op Colchester1.66 miles
Abbots Road, CO2 8BG
Co-op Colchester1.84 miles
Greenstead, CO4 3PX
SPAR Colchester Road1.95 miles
Spar Store, Colchester Road, Essex, CO7 7EE
Londis, Barrack Street2.03 miles
83 Barrack Street, Essex, CO1 2LW
Alresford Village Store2.05 miles
Colchester Main Road, Alresford Essex CO7 8DQ
Budgens Elmstead Market2.06 miles
Kings Arms Clacton Rd, Elmstead Market, Essex, CO7 7AA
Transport
Airport
London Southend Airport23.34 miles
London Stansted Airport29.62 miles
Kent International Airport39.93 miles
Lydd London Ashford Airport63.16 miles
Bus Stop
Wivenhoe Cross (N)0.33 miles
Wivenhoe Cross (S)0.34 miles
Heath Road (S)0.39 miles
Rosabell Avenue (N)0.40 miles
Heath Road (N)0.41 miles
The Flag (N)0.43 miles
Rosabell Avenue (S)0.43 miles
The Flag (S)0.44 miles
Cricket Ground (SE)0.46 miles
Cricket Ground (NW)0.47 miles
South Courts (W)0.53 miles
Co-op (N)0.54 miles
South Courts (E)0.54 miles
Co-op (S)0.55 miles
Croquet Gardens (NW)0.57 miles
Croquet Gardens (SE)0.58 miles
Ferry Port
Brightlingsea Ferry Landing5.19 miles
Point Clear Ferry Landing5.28 miles
Harwich International Ferry Terminal13.97 miles
Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing15.11 miles
Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing15.12 miles
Harwich Harbour Ferry Landing15.24 miles
Felixstowe for Harwich Ferry Landing16.40 miles
Burnham on Crouch Ferry Landing17.72 miles
Wallasea Island Ferry Landing18.15 miles
Felixstowe for Bawdsey Ferry Landing20.47 miles
Bawdsey Ferry Landing20.63 miles
Ramsgate Ferry Terminal42.19 miles
Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal53.68 miles
Railway Station
Wivenhoe Rail Station0.72 miles
Hythe (Essex) Rail Station1.72 miles
Alresford (Essex) Rail Station2.06 miles
Colchester Town Rail Station2.49 miles
Colchester Rail Station3.51 miles
Great Bentley Rail Station4.87 miles
Manningtree Rail Station6.90 miles
Weeley Rail Station6.97 miles
Marks Tey Rail Station7.33 miles
Mistley Rail Station7.60 miles
Thorpe-le-Soken Rail Station8.96 miles
Chappel & Wakes Colne Rail Station9.27 miles
Clacton-on-Sea Rail Station9.92 miles
Wrabness Rail Station10.56 miles
Bures Rail Station10.67 miles
Kelvedon Rail Station10.88 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (CO7 9R*)
Number of Properties in Catchment286
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
72, CHANEY ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9RR		£330,000
2025-06-27
terraced
freehold
16, LEYS ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9EX		£240,000
2025-05-22
semidetached
freehold
54, CHANEY ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9RR		£315,000
2025-05-14
detached
freehold
13, DIXON WAY
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9SQ		£401,250
2025-05-14
detached
freehold
45, ERNEST ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9LQ		£385,000
2025-05-02
detached
freehold
22, AMBERLEY CLOSE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9RB		£325,000
2025-04-30
detached
freehold
THE OLD FORGE (FLAT 5), THE CROSS
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9QL		£125,000
2025-04-24
flatmaisonette
leasehold
12, ADMIRALS WALK
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9SZ		£412,000
2025-04-10
detached
freehold
13, TRINITY CLOSE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9RA		£450,000
2025-03-31
detached
freehold
11, HARVEY ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9LH		£510,000
2025-03-28
detached
freehold
15, MULBERRY HARBOUR WAY
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9TB		£600,000
2025-03-28
detached
freehold
THE WILLOWS, 1A, VALFREDA WAY
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9PJ		£289,000
2025-03-28
semidetached
freehold
14, CLIFTON TERRACE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9DY		£715,000
2025-03-27
detached
freehold
14, ERNEST ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9LG		£333,750
2025-03-26
terraced
freehold
18, ELM GROVE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9AY		£740,000
2025-03-26
detached
freehold
DAGMAR, 122, HIGH STREET
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9AB		£620,000
2025-03-25
detached
freehold
4, NAUTICAL WAY
ROWHEDGE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO5 7BZ		£420,000
2025-03-07
semidetached
freehold
23, PARKWOOD AVENUE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9AN		£350,000
2025-02-28
detached
freehold
Sold 2025-02-28   £307,000
35, BROOMFIELD CRESCENT
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9QA		£290,000
2025-02-24
semidetached
freehold
81, CHANEY ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9RR		£175,000
2024-12-17
semidetached
freehold
1, AMBERLEY CLOSE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9RB		£377,000
2024-12-16
detached
freehold
4, VICTORIA CLOSE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9PL		£395,000
2024-12-12
semidetached
freehold
2, LITTLEFIELD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9LU		£540,000
2024-09-13
detached
freehold
1, MARITIME APPROACH
ROWHEDGE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO5 7BA		£420,000
2024-08-16
terraced
freehold
18, CHANEY ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9QZ		£322,500
2025-03-14
terraced
freehold
2, WALTER RADCLIFFE ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9FF		£395,000
2025-02-24
flatmaisonette
leasehold
4, VINE FARM ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9HR		£287,500
2025-02-24
semidetached
freehold
14, ROSETTA CLOSE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9RX		£320,000
2025-02-21
detached
freehold
COMPASS HOUSE, 1 (FLAT 6), MARINA WALK
ROWHEDGE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO5 7DL		£235,000
2025-02-17
flatmaisonette
leasehold
2, BRIDGE ROW
ROWHEDGE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO5 7DH		£235,000
2025-02-17
otherPropertyType
leasehold
29, BROOMFIELD CRESCENT
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9QA		£345,000
2025-02-10
semidetached
freehold
2, VALFREDA WAY
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9PJ		£560,000
2025-02-10
detached
freehold
24, DENHAM CLOSE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9NS		£275,000
2025-01-31
semidetached
freehold
33, ALMA STREET
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9DN		£422,500
2025-01-30
semidetached
freehold
109, ERNEST ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9LJ		£315,000
2025-01-17
detached
freehold
87, ERNEST ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9LJ		£341,500
2024-11-21
detached
freehold
3, STANLEY ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9LR		£415,000
2024-11-06
detached
freehold
18, QUEENS ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9JH		£335,000
2024-09-13
terraced
freehold
84, RECTORY ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9ES		£320,000
2024-08-19
semidetached
freehold
THE GARDEN HOUSE, FALCON YARD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9BD		£840,000
2024-07-31
otherPropertyType
freehold
13, BRITANNIA CRESCENT
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9PF		£248,000
2025-01-16
semidetached
freehold
7, BARR CLOSE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9RG		£350,000
2025-01-10
detached
freehold
22A, VINE FARM ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9HR		£285,000
2025-01-06
semidetached
freehold
SARAN COURT (3), CHANEY ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9RS		£355,000
2025-01-06
semidetached
freehold
1, MULBERRY HARBOUR WAY
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9TB		£282,500
2024-12-18
flatmaisonette
leasehold
27, ADMIRALS WALK
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9SZ		£460,000
2024-12-18
terraced
freehold
3, THE DALE
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9NL		£455,000
2024-12-18
detached
freehold
19, WATERFRONT PROMENADE
ROWHEDGE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO5 7BB		£460,000
2024-12-17
terraced
freehold
33, BOWES ROAD
WIVENHOE
COLCHESTER
ESSEX
CO7 9RD		£312,000
2024-12-16
semidetached
freehold
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