Area Info for Tollesbury (Essex)

Introduction to Tollesbury

Tollesbury is a small village and civil parish located in Essex, England. It is situated on the north bank of the River Blackwater, approximately 8 miles south of Colchester. The village is known for its historic maritime connections and its proximity to the Essex coast.

Geography and Environment

The area surrounding Tollesbury is characterised by its flat, low-lying landscape, much of which is part of the Essex estuary. The village is close to the Tollesbury Wick, a nature reserve and a significant site for birdwatching and wildlife conservation. The region's landscape has been shaped by its proximity to the sea and the presence of salt marshes and mudflats.

History

Tollesbury has a rich maritime history, with its origins dating back to medieval times. The village historically relied on fishing, boatbuilding, and salt production. The Tollesbury Marina and the historic Tollesbury Pier are remnants of its maritime past. The village also features several historic buildings, including the parish church of St. Mary the Virgin, which dates back to the 14th century.

Economy and Local Activities

Today, Tollesbury's economy is largely based on tourism, boating, and local services. The village is popular among visitors for its scenic views, sailing opportunities, and traditional pubs. The Tollesbury Marina serves as a hub for sailing enthusiasts and visitors exploring the Essex coast.

Community and Culture

The village hosts various community events throughout the year, including maritime festivals and local markets. It maintains a close-knit community with active local organisations and clubs. The village's cultural heritage is celebrated through its preserved historic sites and local traditions.

Transport

Tollesbury is accessible by road, with connections to nearby towns and villages. The nearest railway station is in Witham, approximately 12 miles away, providing links to London and other major cities. The village is also served by local bus services.
Education
School
Tollesbury School0.00 miles
East Street, Tollesbury, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8QE
Tolleshunt D'Arcy St Nicholas CofE VA Primary School1.94 miles
Tollesbury Road, Tolleshunt D`Arcy, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8UB
St Cedd's Church of England Primary School, Bradwell3.60 miles
East End Road, Bradwell-on-Sea, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7PY
Mersea Island School3.69 miles
Barfield Road, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8QX
St Nicholas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School4.74 miles
The Street, Tillingham, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7TJ
St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School5.27 miles
66 Church Road, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0SU
Tiptree Heath Primary School5.34 miles
103 Maldon Road, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0PG
Milldene Primary School5.53 miles
65 Barbrook Lane, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0EF
Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre5.68 miles
Maypole Road, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0EW
Baynards Primary School5.91 miles
Townsend Road, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0ND
Langenhoe Community Primary School and Pre-School5.98 miles
Bracken Way, Abberton, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7PG
Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School6.00 miles
School Hill, Birch, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0LZ
Layer-de-la-Haye Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School6.03 miles
High Road, Layer-de-la-Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0DS
Maylandsea Primary School6.08 miles
Katonia Avenue, Mayland, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6AD
Heybridge Primary School6.09 miles
Rowan Drive, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4TU
Messing Primary School6.40 miles
School Road, Messing, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9TH
Health
Clinic
The Barfield Road Clinic3.56 miles
Barfield Road, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8QT
West Mersea Surgery3.78 miles
32 Kingsland Road, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8RA
Tiptree Physiotherapy Clinic5.11 miles
91 Church Road, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0HB
Malting Green Surgery6.01 miles
64 Malting Green Road, Layer-De-La-Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0JJ
Maldon Clinic6.89 miles
Wantz Chase, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5DN
Shrub End Road Surgery8.26 miles
122 Shrub End Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 4RY
Shrub End Surgery8.26 miles
122 Shrub End Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 4RY
Scrivens Hearing Care At Shrub End Surgery - Essex8.26 miles
122 Shrub End Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 4RY
Health In Mind8.29 miles
East Of England Co-Op Society, Peartree Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, CO3 0JS
AHP Suffolk (Colchester)8.63 miles
Foxburrow Grange, Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7NL
Portland Medical Practice8.64 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
Abbey Fields Medical Centre8.64 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
Abbey Field Medical Centre8.64 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
Scrivens Hearing Care At Abbey Field Medical Centre - Colchester8.64 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
Scrivens Hearing Care At Portland Medical Practice - Colchester8.64 miles
Ypres Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UW
Colne Medical Practice8.64 miles
40 Station Road, Brightlingsea, Colchester, Essex, CO7 0DT
GP
Tollesbury Surgery0.22 miles
25 High Street, Tollesbury, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8RG
D'Arcy Surgery2.07 miles
Tolleshunt D`Arcy Surgery, 13 Church Street, Tolleshunt D`Arcy, Essex, CM9 8TS
Goldhanger Branch Surgery3.58 miles
Village Hall, Head Street, Goldhanger, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8AY
The Mersea Island Practice3.78 miles
32 Kingsland Road, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8RA
Tillingham Medical Centre4.88 miles
61 South Street, Tillingham, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7TH
Tiptree Medical Centre5.11 miles
Church Road, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0HB
Birch Surgery5.39 miles
Mill Road, Birch, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0NL
Winstree Medical Practice6.01 miles
64 Malting Green Road, Layer-De-La-Haye, Colchester, Essex, CO2 0JJ
The Trinity Medical Practice6.04 miles
1 The Drive, Mayland, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6AB
Dr Roper & Partners6.05 miles
Goldring House, Rowan Drive, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex, Essex, CM9 4TU
Maylandsea Medical Centre6.07 miles
Imperial Avenue, Mayland, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6AH
Dr R F De Souza and Partners (Branch Surgery)6.41 miles
The Surgery, Bentalls Complex, Heybridge, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4TU
William Fisher Medical Centre6.61 miles
High Street, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7AY
Wickham Bishops Branch6.90 miles
59 Kelvedon Road, Wickham Bishops, Witham, Essex, CM8 3NA
Dr R F De Souza and Partners (Main Surgery)7.06 miles
Princes Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5DF
Dr Roper & Partners7.06 miles
Blackwater Medical Centre, Princes Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5GP
Hospital
St Peter's Hospital7.31 miles
Spital Road, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6EG
Essex County Hospital9.17 miles
Lexden Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3NB
Oaks Hospital10.52 miles
Oaks Place, Mile End Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5XR
Colchester General Hospital10.83 miles
Turner Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5JL
Rochford Hospital13.38 miles
Union Lane, Rochford, Essex, SS4 1RB
Clacton Hospital13.44 miles
Tower Road, Clacton, Essex, CO15 1LH
Spire Wellesley Hospital14.83 miles
Eastern Avenue, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS2 4XH
Priory Hospital Chelmsford14.98 miles
Stump Lane, Springfield Green, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 7SJ
Springfield Hospital15.06 miles
Lawn Lane, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 7GU
St Michael's Hospital15.16 miles
Rayne Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 2QU
Braintree Community Hospital15.20 miles
Braintree Community Hospital, Chadwick Drive, Braintree, Essex, CM7 2AL
Southend Hospital15.49 miles
Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 0RY
BMI Southend Private Hospital15.55 miles
15-17 Fairfax Drive, Westcliff on Sea, Essex, SS0 9AG
Halstead Hospital15.63 miles
78 Hedingham Road, Halstead, Essex, CO9 2DL
The Chelmsford Private Day Surgery Hospital15.77 miles
Fenton House, 85-89 New London Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0PP
Broomfield Hospital15.87 miles
Court Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 7ET
Pharmacy
Tollesbury Pharmacy0.10 miles
12a East Street, Tollesbury,, CM9 8QD
Care Pharmacy3.45 miles
6 Yorick Road, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8HT
Island Pharmacy3.56 miles
4 & 5 Kingsway, Barfield Rd,West Mersea, Colchester, CO5 8QT
Boots3.69 miles
37 Barfield Road, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8QX
Tiptree Pharmacy5.11 miles
80 Church Road, Tiptree, Essex, CO5 0HB
Boots5.15 miles
3;4 & 5 The Centre, Church Road, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0HF
Maylandsea Pharmacy6.07 miles
Imperial Avenue, Maylandsea, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6AH
Rowlands Pharmacy6.45 miles
10a/b Bentalls Centre, Colchester Road, Heybridge, Maldon, CM9 4GD
Southminster Pharmacy6.64 miles
15 High Street, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7AA
Tesco Stores Limited6.93 miles
Tesco Pharmacy, Fulbridge Road, Maldon, Fullbridge, Essex, CM9 4LE
Longfield Pharmacy7.06 miles
Longfield Medical Centre, Princes Road, Maldon, CM9 5DF
Blackwater Pharma7.06 miles
Princes Road, Maldon, CM9 5GP
Boots7.09 miles
54 High Street, Maldon, CM9 5PN
Lloydspharmacy7.79 miles
358 Mersea Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8RB
Boots7.95 miles
72a - 72b, High Street, Kelvedon, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9AE
Hutt Pharmacy7.95 miles
4 The Square, Iceni Way, Colchester, CO2 9EB
Leisure
Park
BLACKWATER ESTUARY1.80 miles
TIPTREE PARISH FIELD4.40 miles
LAYER MARNEY TOWER (Grade II Listed)4.75 miles
COLNE ESTUARY6.71 miles
DENGIE6.89 miles
OAKTREE MEADOW, HEYBRIDGE7.00 miles
BRAXTED PARK (Grade II* Listed)7.06 miles
CUDMORE GROVE7.14 miles
BROCKWELL MEADOWS7.69 miles
WHET MEAD8.21 miles
BLACKWATER RAIL TRAIL8.76 miles
COLNE8.87 miles
LEXDEN PARK9.00 miles
SPRING LANE MEADOWS9.31 miles
HILLY FIELDS9.48 miles
WIVENHOE PARK (Grade II Listed)9.60 miles
Shop
Groceries
Tesco Colchester (Express)3.54 miles
Griffon Garage, 1 Barfield Rd, West Mersea, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8QT
Co-op Colchester3.64 miles
West Mersea, CO5 8RA
SPAR West Mersea3.86 miles
1, Queens Corner, Essex, CO5 8RG
Londis Coopers Village Stores4.73 miles
14 South Street, Tillingham, CM0 7TJ
Tesco Colchester (Superstore)5.08 miles
86 Church Rd, Tiptree, Colchester, Essex, CO5 0SU
Iceland Tiptree5.14 miles
7 The Centre, Essex, CO5 0HF
ASDA Tiptree5.42 miles
25 Church Road, Tiptree, Colchester, CO5 0LA
Layer Village Store5.98 miles
16 Maltings Green Road, Layer De La Haye, Colchester Essex CO2 0JH
Nisa Local6.06 miles
78 Imperial Ave, Maylandsea, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6AH
Co-op Maldon6.12 miles
Lawling Avenue, CM9 4YD
Nisa Local6.13 miles
Coopers Beach Holiday Park, Church Lane, Colchester, Essex, CO5 8TN
Co-op Maldon6.30 miles
Wood Road, CM9 4AS
ASDA Heybridge6.45 miles
Bentalls Complex, Colchester Road, Heybridge, CM9 4GD
Nisa Rightprice6.59 miles
5-7 North St, Southminster, Essex, CM0 7DF
Lidl Maldon6.82 miles
Station Road, Maldon, CM9 4LQ
Costcutter Maldon6.90 miles
Costcutter, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5BZ
Transport
Airport
London Southend Airport14.42 miles
London Stansted Airport26.26 miles
Kent International Airport36.22 miles
Lydd London Ashford Airport55.86 miles
Bus Stop
The Chase (E)0.05 miles
The Chase (W)0.05 miles
The Square (NE)0.17 miles
The Square (SW)0.18 miles
Fire Station (W)0.30 miles
Fire Station (E)0.30 miles
Cemetery (W)0.52 miles
Cemetery (E)0.52 miles
Gorwell Lodge (SE)1.03 miles
Gorwell Lodge (NW)1.04 miles
Spring Farm (W)1.68 miles
Spring Farm (E)1.68 miles
D'Arcy Way (SE)1.89 miles
D'Arcy Way (NW)1.89 miles
The Red Lion (W)1.98 miles
Chapel Road (SW)2.01 miles
Ferry Port
Point Clear Ferry Landing8.46 miles
Brightlingsea Ferry Landing8.63 miles
Burnham on Crouch Ferry Landing9.29 miles
Wallasea Island Ferry Landing9.52 miles
Harwich International Ferry Terminal22.09 miles
Harwich Harbour Ferry Landing23.22 miles
Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing23.25 miles
Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing23.26 miles
Felixstowe for Harwich Ferry Landing24.12 miles
Felixstowe for Bawdsey Ferry Landing28.52 miles
Bawdsey Ferry Landing28.68 miles
Tilbury Ferry Terminal29.33 miles
Gravesend Pier29.52 miles
Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal47.30 miles
Railway Station
Southminster Rail Station6.75 miles
Kelvedon Rail Station8.09 miles
Althorne Rail Station8.45 miles
Wivenhoe Rail Station8.48 miles
Burnham-on-Crouch Rail Station8.67 miles
Marks Tey Rail Station8.78 miles
Witham (Essex) Rail Station9.08 miles
Colchester Town Rail Station9.31 miles
Alresford (Essex) Rail Station9.52 miles
Hythe (Essex) Rail Station9.61 miles
North Fambridge Rail Station10.09 miles
Colchester Rail Station10.12 miles
Hatfield Peverel Rail Station10.58 miles
Great Bentley Rail Station11.69 miles
White Notley Rail Station11.71 miles
Chappel & Wakes Colne Rail Station12.05 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (CM9 8Q*)
Number of Properties in Catchment422
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
181, ST LAWRENCE DRIVE
STEEPLE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NL		£185,000
2025-06-04
detached
freehold
45, WICK FARM ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PF		£445,000
2025-04-22
detached
freehold
5, WICK FARM ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PF		£400,000
2025-03-28
detached
freehold
THE IRISES, HIGH VIEW
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NP		£475,000
2025-03-21
detached
freehold
CHRISHOLME, RIVERTON DRIVE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NG		£265,000
2025-01-22
detached
freehold
46, MOUNTVIEW CRESCENT
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NR		£430,000
2024-12-09
detached
freehold
PEBBLES, BEACHY DRIVE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NB		£375,000
2024-08-20
detached
freehold
TRIBELLE, BEACHY DRIVE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NB		£537,000
2025-02-27
detached
freehold
81, MOUNTVIEW CRESCENT
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NR		£310,000
2025-02-07
detached
freehold
MOORS END, MOORHEN AVENUE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7LU		£680,000
2025-01-24
detached
freehold
Sold 2022-03-16   £760,000
THE WYND, SUNNYWAY
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PA		£392,500
2024-08-12
detached
freehold
35, WICK FARM ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PF		£442,000
2024-12-06
detached
freehold
SUNHOLME, SEAWAY
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7ND		£435,000
2024-11-22
detached
freehold
Sold 2021-09-30   £350,000
65, MAIN ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NA		£360,000
2024-09-25
detached
freehold
RAMSEY NOOK (2), ST LAWRENCE DRIVE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NL		£220,000
2024-05-28
semidetached
freehold
92, RIVERTON DRIVE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NG		£243,000
2024-10-11
detached
freehold
ENDEAVOUR, 65, MAIN ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NA		£360,000
2024-09-25
detached
freehold
36, WICK FARM ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PF		£325,000
2024-07-16
detached
freehold
THE CHIMES, ST LAWRENCE DRIVE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NL		£365,000
2024-04-19
terraced
freehold
81, MAIN ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NA		£510,000
2024-01-09
detached
freehold
STONEY CREEK, TINNOCKS LANE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NF		£750,000
2023-11-24
detached
freehold
1, WICK FARM ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PF		£377,500
2023-11-13
detached
freehold
WITZEND, RIVERTON DRIVE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NG		£365,000
2023-11-09
detached
freehold
KINGSWAY, MOORHEN AVENUE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7LU		£347,000
2023-10-05
semidetached
freehold
87, MAIN ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NA		£400,000
2023-09-04
detached
freehold
ROUNDMEAD, RIVERTON DRIVE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NG		£440,000
2023-07-31
detached
freehold
5, MOUNTVIEW CRESCENT
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NT		£250,000
2023-03-22
detached
freehold
10, WICK FARM ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PF		£380,000
2023-03-10
detached
freehold
63, MAIN ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NA		£400,000
2023-02-24
detached
freehold
41, WICK FARM ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PF		£505,000
2023-02-15
detached
freehold
6, WICK FARM ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PF		£380,000
2023-02-01
detached
freehold
BLACKWOOD HOUSE, TINNOCKS LANE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NF		£935,000
2023-01-05
detached
freehold
20, WICK FARM ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PF		£315,000
2022-12-16
detached
freehold
LIVINSTONE, RIVERTON DRIVE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NG		£375,000
2022-10-05
detached
freehold
1, SUNNYWAY
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7PA		£392,500
2022-08-05
detached
freehold
WATERSIDE HOLIDAY PARK (PLOT 470), MAIN ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7LY		£225,000
2022-06-06
detached
freehold
QUOIN, MOORHEN AVENUE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7LU		£250,000
2022-05-24
detached
freehold
SUNNYSIDE COTTAGE, SEA VIEW PROMENADE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NE		£630,000
2022-03-04
detached
freehold
SUNNYCOT, TINNOCKS LANE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NF		£225,000
2022-02-18
detached
freehold
57, MOUNTVIEW CRESCENT
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NS		£367,500
2022-02-03
detached
freehold
12, MOUNTVIEW CRESCENT
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NT		£360,000
2022-01-14
detached
freehold
MURITAI, SEAWAY
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7ND		£375,000
2021-12-22
detached
freehold
42, MAIN ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NA		£325,000
2021-11-19
detached
freehold
CORNERSTONE, MOORHEN AVENUE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7LU		£430,000
2021-11-15
detached
freehold
PLOT 5, MOORHEN AVENUE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7LT		£95,000
2021-11-05
otherPropertyType
freehold
THIRD ACRE, 57, MAIN ROAD
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NA		£525,000
2021-11-05
detached
freehold
510, MOORHEN AVENUE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7LT		£434,500
2021-11-04
detached
freehold
CORNFIELDS, ST LAWRENCE DRIVE
ST LAWRENCE
SOUTHMINSTER
ESSEX
CM0 7NL		£400,000
2021-11-04
semidetached
freehold
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