43 THE AVENUE
MANNINGTREE, LAWFORD, ESSEX CO11 2FR
£385,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
99 m²
Council tax band
D
EPC rating
B
Last sold
£380,000 Nov 2025
Price per m²
£3,889/m²
Local average
£317,064 (+21.4%)
Deprivation
Decile 9 (28,278 of 33,755)
Street crime
19 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- THREE BEDROOM SEMI DETACHED HOME
- CONSTRUCTED BY ROSE BUILDERS
- BARBIER DESIGN
- LAWFORD GREEN DEVELOPMENT
- OPEN PLAN LIVING ROOM WITH BI-FOLDING DOORS TO THE REAR GARDEN
- EN-SUITE TO BEDROOM ONE
- ENCLOSED REAR GARDEN
- VIEWING ADVISED
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Built just five years ago by the esteemed Rose Builders, this stylish ‘Barbier’ design offers modern living at its finest — perfect for first-time buyers, young professionals, or growing families.
Upon entering, you're welcomed by a bright and airy hallway with a convenient downstairs WC. The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan living area, bathed in natural light from skylights and elegant bi-fold doors, which seamlessly connect the interior to the generous rear garden — ideal for entertaining or enjoying quiet evenings outdoors. The contemporary kitchen is fully equipped with integrated appliances, offering both style and functionality.
Upstairs, the spacious principal bedroom features a sleek en-suite shower room, while two further well-proportioned bedrooms are served by a modern family bathroom. Thoughtful storage solutions throughout ensure a clutter-free and organised home.
Outside, the property boasts a large driveway with parking for multiple vehicles and a beautifully landscaped rear garden — a private and tranquil space perfect for relaxing or family playtime.
LOCATION:
Lawford is situated on the fringe of the Dedham Vale and just 1 mile south of Manningtree which is set on the River Stour on the edge of Constable Country on the Essex/Suffolk Borders.
The town has a vibrant local community and provides useful local shops and services, there are also banks, a doctor's surgery, pharmacy, galleries, a theatre, restaurants and a delicatessen. Recognised as England's smallest town it is formed from several exceptional period buildings and provides good local shopping facilities positioned mid way between Ipswich the county town of Suffolk and Colchester which is reputed to be the oldest Roman town in England.
There is ready access to the A12 and the commuter can take advantage of train services to London's Liverpool Street Station from the towns mainline railway station which is an approximate 15 minute walk from the house.
AGENTS NOTES:
Heating - Gas underfloor to ground floor and via radiators to first floor
Services Connected - Mains Electric/Gas/Water/Drainage
Council Tax Band - D
Tenure - Freehold
Mobile Coverage Indoor: EE & Three are Likely / o2 is Limited / Vodafone is Unavailable
Broadband: Ultrafast broadband is available at this address
Listed by
Manningtree
Chamberlain Phillips Ltd
Reference: 162831536
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: B
Potential rating: A
Inspection date: 27/11/2020
Expiry date: 26/11/2030
Current heating cost: £240/year
Potential heating cost: £242/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £9,500
Recommendations
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
13% since 2020
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 03/11/2025 (7 months ago) | £380,000 | +13.4% |
| Sold | 25/11/2020 (5 years ago) | £335,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 MILTON ROAD, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2EG | £335,000 | 23/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 138 LONG ROAD, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2HS | £285,000 | 09/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 17 CORNWALL CLOSE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2ES | £295,000 | 12/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 11 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £380,000 | 01/10/2024 | Semi-detached |
| 15 ROSE FIELDS, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GD | £302,500 | 22/01/2024 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 87 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £490,000 | 15/12/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 71 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £375,000 | 15/12/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 89 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £460,000 | 29/11/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 69 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £390,000 | 17/11/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 128 LONG ROAD, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2HS | £322,500 | 13/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 148 LONG ROAD, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2EE | £242,500 | 03/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 85 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £585,000 | 18/04/2023 | Detached |
| 2 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £385,000 | 31/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 4 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £315,000 | 28/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 91 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £470,000 | 27/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 3 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £315,000 | 24/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 1 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £320,000 | 23/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 11 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £385,000 | 17/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 7 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £395,000 | 15/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 5 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £395,000 | 14/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 8 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £325,000 | 08/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 6 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £315,000 | 07/03/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 20 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £395,000 | 21/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 18 WILLIAM WAY, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GE | £385,000 | 21/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 146 LONG ROAD, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2EE | £300,000 | 20/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 32 ROSE FIELDS, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2GD | £390,000 | 13/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 83 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £550,000 | 04/07/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 79 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £475,000 | 28/06/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 81 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £430,000 | 14/06/2022 | Detached |
| Same street 7 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £280,000 | 18/02/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 77 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £250,000 | 28/09/2021 | Terraced |
| Same street 75 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £245,000 | 27/09/2021 | Terraced |
| Same street 73 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £250,000 | 21/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 1 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £425,000 | 16/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| Same street 69 THE AVENUE, LAWFORD, MANNINGTREE, TENDRING, ESSEX, CO11 2FR | £340,000 | 03/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
Street average: £401,000 (15 sales)
Area average: £339,125 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Tendring. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Tendring. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Tendring.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Ipswich: £798/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shop | Jules Dog Grooming | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Milton Road | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Hearts Delight Garden Centre | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Manningtree | 1.0 miles |
| Train station | Mistley | 1.5 miles |
| University | University of Essex | 6.0 miles |
| University | The Pastures | 6.1 miles |
| Hospital | Colchester General Hospital | 6.6 miles |
| Hospital | Cygnet Hospital Colchester | 6.7 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 6 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 3 |
| Other theft | 2 |
| Public order | 2 |
| Shoplifting | 2 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Bicycle theft | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Total incidents | 19 |
Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawford Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School | Primary | 0.1 miles | Good — 8 May 2022 |
| Manningtree High School | Secondary | 0.5 miles | Good — 12 Jan 2015 |
| Highfields Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Outstanding — 8 Sep 2016 |
| Mistley Norman Church of England Primary School | Primary | 1.8 miles | Requires improvement — 23 Jan 2022 |
| Brooklands Primary School | Primary | 2.0 miles | Good — 4 Dec 2022 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).