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Manningtree & Mistley

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About

Manningtree and Mistley are neighboring settlements in the Tendring district of Essex, situated along the River Stour. Manningtree is one of England's smallest towns, known for its historic high street and proximity to the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Mistley, just east of Manningtree, features a riverside setting with a mix of residential and industrial areas, including the Mistley Towers, remnants of an 18th-century church.

The area has strong transport links, with Manningtree station providing direct rail services to London and Ipswich. The riverfront supports leisure activities like walking and boating, while nearby woodlands and marshes offer wildlife habitats. Local businesses include independent shops, pubs, and cafes, alongside light industry in Mistley. The towns have historical connections to the witch trials of the 17th century and the artist Thomas Gainsborough.

Area overview

On average Manningtree & Mistley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Manningtree & Mistley is £45,800 per year. There are 6 schools in Manningtree & Mistley: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
53
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
6.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Manningtree & Mistley Population
12,089
Population density
184.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
11,478
94.94%
Other White
229
1.89%
Irish
64
0.53%
White and Asian (mixed)
60
0.5%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
51
0.42%
Total population: 12,090

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,221
41.69%
Owns with a mortgage
1,714
32.18%
Private landlord or letting agency
750
14.08%
Social rents from council
360
6.76%
Other social rented
129
2.42%
Total households: 5,327

Property prices in Manningtree & Mistley

Based on 262 recent sales, the median property price is £378,750 in Manningtree & Mistley area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £1,719,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for 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 Manningtree & Mistley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached111£500,000
Flats19£183,500
Semi-Detached71£335,000
Terraced61£310,000

10 years median price trend in Manningtree & Mistley

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

All postcodes in Manningtree & Mistley

CO112HA

Dixon Close

CO112JD

Bromley Road

CO112NH

Manningtree & Mistley

CO112QU

Steam Mill Road

CO112SF

Oakley Road

CO160BZ

Heath Road

CO78SN

Rectory Road

CO78SU

Harwich Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.