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West Mersea

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About

West Mersea is a coastal area located on Mersea Island, just south of Colchester in Essex. The area is known for its tidal estuary and oyster beds, which have been harvested for centuries. The town has a mix of residential properties, small businesses, and waterfront activities, with a focus on fishing and boating. The Strood, a causeway connecting the island to the mainland, floods during high tides, adding to the area’s distinct character.

The seafront features a mix of beaches, marshes, and nature reserves, attracting walkers and birdwatchers. West Mersea has a small high street with independent shops, pubs, and seafood restaurants. The area retains a quiet, rural feel despite its proximity to Colchester, with a strong sense of community. Events like the annual Mersea Week highlight local traditions, including sailing and seafood festivals.

Area overview

On average West Mersea has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Mersea is £42,800 per year. There are 1 schools in West Mersea: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
31
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
6.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

West Mersea Population
7,221
Population density
689.4 per km²

Demographics

British
6,883
95.32%
Other White
123
1.7%
Irish
43
0.6%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
25
0.35%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
23
0.32%
Total population: 7,221

Housing

Owns outright
1,898
56.4%
Owns with a mortgage
836
24.84%
Private landlord or letting agency
301
8.95%
Social rents from council
150
4.46%
Other social rented
91
2.7%
Total households: 3,365

Property prices in West Mersea

Based on 118 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in West Mersea area, with individual transactions ranging from £160,000 up to £1,300,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached74£500,000
Flats19£220,000
Semi-Detached20£331,250
Terraced5£360,000

10 years price trend in West Mersea

All postcodes in West Mersea

CO58PN

Phoenix Close

CO58RN

Lawns Close

CO58AQ

Kingsland Close

CO58AT

Broomhills Road

CO58DX

Claire Court

CO58GQ

Brierley Paddocks

CO58JP

Firs Road

CO58QP

New Captains Road

CO58QU

Grays Close

CO58RG

Claire Court

CO58RR

West Mersea

CO58SP

Bower Hall Lane

CO58DD

Kingsland Beach

CO58GJ

Bower Grove

CO58NH

Blackwater Drive

CO58RT

Langwood

CO58UF

Paeony Chase

CO58DL

Reymead Close

CO58JY

High Street North

CO58LH

Coast Road

CO58QD

High Street

CO58QJ

Churchfields

CO58RP

Colchester Road

CO58XB

Victoria Esplanade

CO58HW

Cross Way

CO58QG

Queens Mews

CO58QS

Captains Road

CO58TL

Barfield Road

CO58YL

West Mersea

CO58PG

Coast Road

CO58EU

Beverley Avenue

CO58NE

City Road

CO58RH

Mill Road

CO58RS

Colchester Road

CO58RU

Colchester Road

CO58YJ

West Mersea

CO58UQ

Pleasant Mews

CO58LL

St Peter's Road

CO58BL

Empress Avenue

CO58EX

Empress Avenue

CO58LX

Victory Place

CO58PA

Coast Road

CO58QY

Vince Close

CO58QZ

Kingsland Road

CO58AU

Fen Lane

CO58EG

Carrington Court

CO58GN

Barrow Mews

CO58HR

Stable Mews

CO58QX

Barfield Road

CO58RF

Brambledown

CO58RX

Constable Close

CO58SE

Cross Lane

CO58LB

Brickhouse Close

CO58PR

Gainsborough Close

CO58RJ

Mill Road

CO58SR

Acorn Mews

CO58GW

West Mersea

CO58JD

Melrose Road

CO58AG

Kingsland Beach

CO58EE

Windsor Road

CO58EJ

Oakwood Avenue

CO58EN

Norfolk Avenue

CO58EY

Keene Close

CO58HT

Beach Road

CO58JN

Strood Close

CO58PB

Coast Road

CO58RW

Trinity Close

CO58SG

Chapmans Lane

CO58AH

Kingsland Road

CO58BX

Estuary Park Road

CO58DP

Oakwood Drive

CO58ND

City Road

CO58PH

Seaview Avenue

CO58QR

Barfield Road

CO58QT

Barfield Road

CO58AZ

Prince Albert Road

CO58BB

Elmwood Drive

CO58JR

Firs Road

CO58JS

Firs Road

CO58QQ

Rushmere Close

CO58DH

Reymead Close

CO58JZ

Colchester Road

CO58WP

Rushmere Close

CO58GE

Victoria Mews

CO58AF

Birch Wood Close

CO58DS

Claire Court

CO58JJ

High Street North

CO58RL

Lawns Close

CO58SQ

West Mersea

CO58AW

Broomhills Road

CO58BA

Queen Anne Road

CO58DG

Claire Court

CO58DT

Oakwood Avenue

CO58EP

Dawes Lane

CO58ER

Suffolk Avenue

CO58EZ

Fairhaven Avenue

CO58FA

Pharos Lane

CO58NF

Firs Hamlet

CO58NG

Firs Chase

CO58NY

Carriers Close
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Data Sources

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