House Prices in Burnham-On-Crouch, Essex

# Burnham-On-Crouch Property Market Summary

Burnham-On-Crouch, the self-styled "Cowes of the East Coast," presents an interesting property market characterised by notable price volatility. With 3,128 properties and an average price of £240,609, the area has experienced significant fluctuations over recent years. The market saw an unusual peak in 2017 at £602,636, before settling into a more stable pattern. Recent years show prices hovering around £390,000-£443,000, with 2024 figures at £392,235 and early 2025 data suggesting £402,657, indicating a modest recovery from the 2024 softening.

Transaction volumes have grown substantially, rising from 130 sales in 2016 to peaks of 286 in 2021, before moderating to more typical levels. This coastal Essex town benefits from its reputation as a premier sailing destination and its attractive waterfront location on the River Crouch. The market appears to have matured following the post-pandemic surge, with prices stabilising at levels significantly above the 2016 baseline but well below the 2017 anomaly. The area continues to attract buyers seeking coastal living within reasonable reach of London and Chelmsford.