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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

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

0.63%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.63%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

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

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)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	63	£500,000	£328,000	£415,000	£665,000	£798,000
Semi-Detached	18	£378,250	£265,500	£319,350	£400,000	£438,375
Terraced	10	£295,000	£216,000	£283,750	£316,750	£470,750

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

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

CO20LH

Old Forge Road

CO50GF

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

CO59HH

Easthorpe Road

CO57LD

Pyefleet View

CO57NL

Oxley Hill

CO57PR

Lower Road

CO20EA

High Road

CO20JD

Martin End

CO20LE

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

CO20LS

Birch Park

CO57DN

Furneaux Lane

CO57PQ

Broom Way

CO57RE

Peldon Road

CO57SB

Maldon Road

CO58TE

Meeting Lane

CO58UW

East Road

CO20DU

The Firs

CO20EW

Church Road

CO20NP

Birch Street

CO30SP

Maldon Road

CO57PA

Bracken Way

CO57QG

Mersea Road

CO57RD

Carriers Close

CO59XH

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

CO59XT

Newbridge Road

CO20HZ

The Folley

CO20NQ

Birchway

CO57LU

Sawkins Close

CO50QP

Heycroft Way

CO57BH

Chapel Road

CO57DS

Dudley Road

CO57LL

Colchester Road

CO57NY

Glebe Lane

CO57QD

Peldon Road

CO57QP

Colchester Road

CM98HJ

Colchester Road

CM98HS

The Street

CO20DT

Church Road

CO20DY

High Road

CO50HS

Birchwood Way

CO57AN

Abberton Road

CO57DG

Brook Hall Road

CO57DP

South Green Road

CO57DR

South Green Road

CO57QL

The Strood

CO20NR

Straight Way

CO20PG

Hollingtons Grove

CO20PR

Layer Breton Hill

CO50HT

Churchill Road

CO57AA

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

CO57AU

Chapel Road

CO57BP

Ballast Quay Road

CO57BT

Pyefleet Close

CO59TT

The Street

CO59TG

New Road

CO59TN

New Road

CO59XJ

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

CO20EH

New Cut

CO57BY

Ferry Road

CO57JF

Langenhoe Park

CO57NS

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

CO57PE

Peldon Road

CO57QS

Newpots Lane

CO58TP

East Road

CO59GD

Messing Green

CO61DR

Aldercar Road

CO59TU

Lodge Road

CO59UJ

Stockhouse Road

CM98HL

Rose Lane

CO20EP

Waterworks Close

CO20JU

Abberton Road

CO50FE

Brock Close

CO57AP

Abberton Road

CO57BS

Frog Hall Close

CO59XS

Newbridge Road

CO59XN

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

CM98HQ

The Street

CM98HW

Old Hall Lane

CO20JT

Green Acres Road

CO20JY

Abberton Road

CO20LY

Orpen's Hill

CO50EY

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

CO57LY

Brand Drive

CO57AE

Haye Lane

CO59TX

Lodge Road

CO20NG

Birchway

CO20NL

Birch Street

CO50GD

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

CO50JE

Grove Road

CO57PD

Peldon Road

CO57QH

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

CO57RZ

Maldon Road

CO59TA

Kelvedon Road

CM98HN

Rose Lane

CO20DS

Birch Road

CO20DX

High Road

CO20FA

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

CO20JW

Blind Lane

CO20PU

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

CO50JA

Newbridge Road

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Data Sources

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

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