Living in Witham
Thinking about moving to Witham? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools and transport connections are like - and of course the most important thing of all: how much houses cost to buy.
Your guide to moving to Witham
Why Witham is a good place to live
Living in Witham offers an excellent balance of small-town charm and modern amenities. Located between Chelmsford and Colchester, this town in the heart of Essex provides a serene environment, rich with nature as the River Brain flows through it, offering lovely riverside walks and wildlife sightings. The town has a collection of both historic and contemporary establishments, housing a variety of independent shops, cosy public houses and delectable restaurants. Its blend of modern amenities and historical charm, alongside excellent transport links, makes moving to Witham a delightful prospect.
What's Witham famous for?
Witham has a rich tapestry of history. It had formerly thrived as a cloth-making centre and became notably recognised as a spa during the 18th century, when a natural spring renowned for its magnesian properties was discovered by Dr Taverner. Witham is also famously known as the home of renowned novelist and theologian Dorothy L. Sayers, whose contributions to literature are marked with a statue and a blue plaque in the town.
Things to do in Witham
Witham is decked with activities that cater to a wide array of interests. History buffs can weave through the threads of time at the Cressing Temple Barns, while wildlife enthusiasts can enjoy up-close animal encounters at Stantons Farm. Lovers of the great outdoors can explore the town’s beautiful parks like Promenade Park, Brook End Gardens and Baddow Hall Park, or venture outdoors at Otto's Pumpkin Patch. Lastly, residents can immerse themselves in the vibrant community life by partaking in the town's annual events like the Witham Open Gardens, Medieval Fayre, International Puppet Festival, and Town Carol Service.
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Average asking prices in Witham today
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Properties currently for sale in Witham
Whether you're looking to buy a family home or a beautiful apartment, we've got you covered.
Guide price
£325,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms1
3 bed terraced house for sale
Hewitt Walk, Witham CM8Guide price
£675,000
- Bedrooms5
- Bathrooms4
- Living rooms3
5 bed detached house for sale
Highfields Road, Witham CM8£425,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms2
3 bed terraced house for sale
Guithavon Street, Witham, Essex CM8
Transport in Witham
Find the nearest train stations and other transport links in Witham.
Local connections
- Witham
- National Rail
- 0.3 miles / 0.5 km
- Hatfield Peverel
- National Rail
- 2.5 miles / 4.0 km
- White Notley
- National Rail
- 3.1 miles / 5.0 km
- Kelvedon
- National Rail
- 3.8 miles / 6.1 km
- Cressing (Essex)
- National Rail
- 4.3 miles / 6.9 km
- Braintree Freeport
- National Rail
- 5.5 miles / 8.9 km
Schools in Witham
Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Witham.
Education in Witham
- Maltings Academy
- Ages: 11 - 16 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Requires improvement (2023)
- Powers Hall Academy
- Ages: 7 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
- Acorn Academy
- Ages: 3 - 7 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
- Howbridge Infant School
- Ages: 5 - 7 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
- Howbridge Church of England Junior School
- Ages: 7 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
- Holy Family Catholic Primary School
- Ages: 5 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)
Local pubs in Witham
Red Lion
Witham, Essex, CM8Friendly, welcoming pub located in town centre.
Crofters Brasserie
Witham, Essex, CM8Battesford Court
Witham, Essex, CM8Swan
Witham, Essex, CM8White Horse
Witham, Essex, CM8