Moving to Burnham-on-crouch (CM0)

Essex · Maldon

Planning a move to CM0? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Burnham-on-crouch area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Burnham-on-crouch. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Burnham-on-crouch

Based on 362 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in CM0 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£346,250
Average Price (all types)£379,557

By Property Type

Detached£443,750 (164 sales)
Semi-Detached£320,000 (99 sales)
Terraced£279,000 (58 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£167,500 (26 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Burnham-on-crouch

Burnham-on-crouch recorded 60% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district, indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

CM0 Total Crimes (13 months)1,063
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average60% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences557 (40% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour82 (81% below avg)
Public Order76 (58% below avg)
Vehicle Crime47 (65% below avg)
Shoplifting58 (74% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson88 (54% below avg)
Burglary18 (81% below avg)
Other Theft61 (65% below avg)
Drugs28 (70% below avg)
Robbery4 (89% below avg)
Bicycle Theft5 (78% below avg)
Possession of Weapons15 (42% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Burnham-on-crouch

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Burnham-on-crouch, council tax is managed by Maldon. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1552.25
B£40,001 – £52,000£1810.95
C£52,001 – £68,000£2069.66
D£68,001 – £88,000£2328.37
E£88,001 – £120,000£2845.79
F£120,001 – £160,000£3363.20
G£160,001 – £320,000£3880.62
H£320,001+£4656.74

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Burnham-on-crouch

51.9 / 100 - This convenience score reflects how well-served the CM0 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population, giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)10

Green Spaces in Burnham-on-crouch

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in CM0 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

76% of residential postcodes in CM0 have green space within walking distance, indicating good access to outdoor spaces for residents.

Schools in Burnham-on-crouch

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the CM0 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Burnham-on-crouch

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for CM0 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

31.4 / 100 - Overall broadband quality score for the CM0 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)93.4%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)70.6%
Gigabit capable70.6%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.5%

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Energy Performance in Burnham-on-crouch

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for CM0 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be, which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score68
Total rated properties4376

Homes in CM0 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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