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Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

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About

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East is a rural area on the outskirts of Colchester, known for its open landscapes and proximity to nature reserves. The area includes the villages of Layer-de-la-Haye and Abberton, as well as parts of Mersea Island. Abberton Reservoir, a key feature, attracts birdwatchers and outdoor enthusiasts. The villages retain a traditional feel, with local pubs, churches, and community events.

The area is largely agricultural, with farmland and woodland dominating the scenery. Mersea Island offers coastal access, with beaches and seafood restaurants. Transport links include the B1025 road, connecting to Colchester and beyond. The rural setting provides a quiet lifestyle, while still being within reach of urban amenities. The community is tight-knit, with a focus on preserving the natural environment.

Area overview

On average Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East is £54,400 per year. There are 5 schools in Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
5.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East Population
8,300
Population density
81.3 per km²

Demographics

British
7,872
94.88%
Other White
107
1.29%
Irish
52
0.63%
White and Asian (mixed)
52
0.63%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
38
0.46%
Total population: 8,297

Housing

Owns outright
1,593
48.11%
Owns with a mortgage
1,224
36.97%
Private landlord or letting agency
244
7.37%
Social rents from council
127
3.84%
Other forms of private rent
67
2.02%
Total households: 3,311

Property prices in Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

Based on 91 recent sales, the median property price is £435,000 in Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East area, with individual transactions ranging from £180,000 up to £1,455,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached63£500,000
Semi-Detached18£378,250
Terraced10£295,000

10 years price trend in Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

All postcodes in Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO59UA

Harborough Hall Road

CO59UB

Harborough Hall Road

CO59US

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO59UX

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO59XE

Blind Lane

CO59XP

Winter's Road

CO20EG

New Cut

CO50GE

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO50SH

Powell Close

CO57AR

Abberton Road

CO57AS

Abberton Road

CO57PT

Church Road

CO57RH

Peldon Road

CO58TN

Church Lane

CO20JP

Green Acres Road

CO20NA

School Hill

CO20NH

Caper Lane

CO50RW

Tew Close

CO57AZ

Fingringhoe Road

CO57PP

Newpots Close

CO57RR

Layer Road

CO57RW

Layer Road

CO58FE

Fen Lane

CO58TJ

Church Lane

CO58UE

Broman's Lane

CO59TR

The Street

CO59TZ

Harborough Hall Road

CO59TW

Harborough Hall Road

CO20HU

High Road

CO20LJ

Old Forge Road

CO20PB

Fountain Lane

CO20PN

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO50JY

Bladon Close

CO57AW

Abberton Road

CO57LG

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO57QU

Newpots Lane

CO57RB

Copt Hall Lane

CO20PD

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO20EN

Church Road

CO20LL

Wood Field End

CO20LZ

Birch Street

CO57LX

Lodge Lane

CO50PX

Bassingham Crescent

CO59UL

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO59UR

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO20DZ

High Road

CO20JJ

Hawfinch Road

CO20NB

Birch Street

CO20NF

Birch Street

CO20NW

Birch Street

CO20PA

Fountain Lane

CO57PB

Glebe Lane

CO58SX

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO58US

East Road

CO20LU

Maldon Road

CO20PS

Layer Breton Hill

CO20PX

Lower Road

CO50EX

Colchester Road

CO57NA

Langenhoe Hall Lane

CO57AB

Layer-de-la-Haye, Abberton & Mersea East

CO57BJ

Church Road

CO59HG

Rectory Road

CO57RS

Abbots Wick Lane

CO59TH

New Road

CO20EL

Birch Road

CO20JX

Abberton Road

CO20LT

Maldon Road

CO20NN

Birch Street

CO20NU

Caper Lane

CO50GS

Archer Crescent

CO50JB

Grove Road

CO57LZ

Proctor Close

CO57BG

Chapel Road

CO57BX

Ferry Road

CO58TG

East Road

CO59UF

Haynes Green Road

CO50FH

Ketley Close

CO57BN

Chapel Road

CO57LP

Brand Drive

CO57RP

Layer Road

CO59FH

Newbridge Road

CO20NT

Fountain Lane

CO20PP

Layer Breton Hill

CO57LT

Lodge Lane

CO50PY

Bassingham Crescent

CO50US

Highfields Lane

CO57LA

Fingringhoe Road

CO57NX

Glebe Lane

CO58SZ

East Mersea Road

CO58UJ

East Road

CO59UD

Harborough Hall Road

CO59UG

Haynes Green Road

CO59UZ

Winter's Road

CO50GJ

Barbrook Lane

CO57DB

Ballast Quay Road

CO57PS

Church Road

CO57SA

Maldon Road

CO58TQ

Church Lane

CO20JB

Mallard Close

CO20JS

Old Forge Road
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.