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Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley

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About

Lawford, Manningtree and Mistley form a cohesive ward on the northern bank of the River Stour estuary. The area is characterised by a mix of residential development and historic port infrastructure, with Manningtree holding the distinction of being England's smallest town. The landscape transitions from the tidal mudflats and sailing clubs along the waterfront to the quieter, more suburban streets further inland.

The ward's economy has traditionally been linked to the river, with Mistley Quay and its twin maltings towers serving as prominent landmarks. Inland, Lawford provides a significant portion of the residential housing. The area is connected by the main railway line to London, making it a commuter base while retaining a distinct maritime character shaped by the estuary's tides and wildlife.

Area overview

On average Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley is £54,926 per year. There are 3 schools in Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley is home to around 8,619 people, with a population density of about 435.8 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
62
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
7.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley Population
8,619
Population density
435.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
34.11(+10%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.85(+7%)
Other theft
6.61(+19%)
Anti-social behaviour
6.15(-47%)
Public order
5.34(+3%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,178
94.89%
Other White
173
2.01%
White and Asian (mixed)
43
0.5%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
42
0.49%
Irish
41
0.48%
Total population: 8,618

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,145
29.77%
Level 3 (A level)
1,306
18.13%
No qualifications
1,249
17.34%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,084
15.05%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
791
10.98%
Total 16+ residents: 7,205

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,510
38.35%
Owns with a mortgage
1,264
32.11%
Private landlord or letting agency
645
16.38%
Social rents from council
320
8.13%
Other social rented
100
2.54%
Total households: 3,937

Property prices in Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley

Based on 201 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 in Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £1,060,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached73£485,000
Flats19£183,500
Semi-Detached56£332,500
Terraced53£315,000

10 years median price trend in Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley.

All postcodes in Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley

CO112JP

Harwich Road

CO111AS

The Walls

CO112FT

Tavistock Place

CO111AU

Quay Street

CO111EH

South Street

CO111FN

Brunswick Gardens

CO111LA

Beckford Road

CO111XF

Maltings Wharf

CO112FY

Cranswick Place

CO112GR

St. Michaels Road

CO112JY

Dedham Road

CO112NW

Dickley Hall Chase

CO112DR

Strawberry Avenue

CO112HE

Burrows Close

CO111AQ

High Street

CO111LP

Harwich Road

CO112GU

Robert Adam Court

CO111DA

Norman Road

CO111DF

Falklands Drive

CO111DT

South Street

CO112FL

Ian Rose Way

CO112GF

Hebe Gardens

CO112HG

Stubbs Close

CO111AP

English Terrace

CO111JD

California Road

CO111ND

Harwich Road

CO112AE

New Road

CO112BL

Harwich Road

CO112JQ

Wignall Street

CO112SW

Ellis Walk

CO111BH

St Michaels Court

CO111HD

High Street

CO112DA

Harwich Road

CO112DJ

Rigby Avenue

CO111LE

Pleasant Place

CO112BQ

Church View

CO112DG

Harwich Road

CO112EY

Cavendish Drive

CO112GZ

Wignall Street

CO112WG

Resourceful Lane

CO119BE

High Street

CO119BF

Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley

CO111DE

Hilton Close

CO111UQ

Colchester Road

CO112BW

Colchester Road

CO111AR

The Quayside Maltings

CO111JZ

Rigby Road

CO112FG

Mayflower Mews

CO112HL

Trinity Road

CO112LT

Tile Barn Lane

CO112NB

Wignall Street

CO111AN

Alma Square

CO111BJ

Regent Street

CO111BT

Oxford Road

CO111HL

School Lane

CO112FX

The Hollies

CO112JZ

Mill Hill

CO112NS

Clacton Road

CO112WJ

Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley

CO112EH

Long Road

CO111BU

New Road

CO111DH

Stour Street

CO111DJ

Brook Street

CO111DU

Mill Lane

CO111JQ

California Road

CO111DB

York Street

CO111HH

High Street

CO111LQ

Harwich Road

CO111UE

Seafield Avenue

CO112EW

Springbank Avenue

CO112JS

Harwich Road

CO112LB

Cotman Avenue

CO111PX

Millers Reach

CO112AS

Claude Oliver Close

CO112EG

Milton Road

CO112LA

Cox's Hill

CO112ND

Grange Road

CO112NP

Clacton Road

CO112AA

Oxford Road

CO112GD

Rose Fields

CO111GA

Barley Close

CO112NE

Aldhams Cottages

CO112BS

Cedar Crescent

CO112DF

Harwich Road

CO112FP

Propino Way

CO112HW

Harvey Close

CO112HY

Stourdale Close

CO111HP

Brooks Malting

CO111LG

Harwich Road

CO112AD

Barnfield Terrace

CO112GT

Wesley Road

CO111DR

Brook Street

CO111JL

California Road

CO111LW

Harwich Road

CO111AL

The Quayside Maltings

CO111EU

The Green

CO111HT

California Road

CO111HX

California Road

CO112DW

Dorset Square

CO112FN

Firefly Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.