Frinton and Walton facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Frinton and Walton
Civil parish
Frinton-on-Sea
Country	England
Primary council	Tendring
County	Essex
Region	East of England
Status	Town
Population  (2011)
• Total	18,845
Area code(s)	CO
Website	Frinton and Walton Town Council

Frinton and Walton is a special kind of local area, called a civil parish, located in the Tendring area of Essex, England. It includes the lovely seaside towns of Frinton-on-Sea and Walton-on-the-Naze. This area is known for its beautiful coastline and charming communities.

What is Frinton and Walton?

Frinton and Walton is a "civil parish." This is a local government area in England. It helps manage local services and represents the community. Think of it as a small district with its own local council.

Towns and Villages in the Parish

The Frinton and Walton parish is made up of several places. These include the main towns of Frinton-on-Sea and Walton-on-the-Naze. It also has the villages of Kirby-le-Soken, Kirby Cross, and Great Holland. Each place adds to the unique character of the parish.

History of the Parish

The Frinton and Walton parish has an interesting history. It was officially created in 1974. Before that, it was known as the Frinton and Walton Urban District. This change made it a "successor parish." This means it took over from an older form of local government.

How the Parish Was Formed

The idea to combine these areas started much earlier. In 1934, several separate parishes joined together. These were Frinton, Great Holland, Kirby le Soken, and Walton le Soken. They combined to form the new Frinton and Walton area. This happened as part of a review of local government rules.

Population of Frinton and Walton

The number of people living in Frinton and Walton has changed over time. In 2001, the population was 19,039. By 2011, it had slightly decreased to 18,845 people. This shows how communities can grow or shrink over the years.