The total number of dwellings or residential units has increased over the last 5 years in the Town of Essex. This increase helps to house the growing population and aids in keeping housing more affordable in the area. As of the 2021 Census, there are 8390 dwellings in the Town of Essex.

Annual population growth has climbed by 6% for the past 8 years. Essex is a bedroom community to Windsor (approx. 12-15 minute drive) with the north end of Essex growing exponentially faster than most Municipalities in South Western Ontario.