Manor Lane is in Harwich and in Tendring district. CO12 4DH is located in the Dovercourt All Saints electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harwich and North Essex. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manor Lane, Harwich, CO12 4DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO12 4DF, CO12 4DR, CO12 4DE, CO12 4DT, CO12 4EG, CO12 4DP, CO12 4DB, CO12 4EQ, CO12 4DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO12 4DH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.4% | 51.3% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 52.6% | 48.7% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.1% | 34.2% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 50.6% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 9.3% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 3.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.8% | 49.5% | -1.3% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 38% | 39.3% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 8.3% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.5% | 14.1% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.8% | 16% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 20.5% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 7.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 19.8% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 22.4% | 0.0% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 91.8% | -6.3% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 93% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.9% | 93% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 93% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.3% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Lane was 9.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.0% lower than the Dovercourt All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Manor Lane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Dovercourt All Saints and the 18th lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isleworth Manor Lane, Harwich, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2013-07-04 | £325,455 |
| Portadown Manor Lane, Harwich, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2007-03-29 | £383,378 |
CO12 4DH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School The Drive , Dovercourt CO12 3SU | - not rated | 437 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mayflower Primary School Main Road , Dovercourt CO12 4AJ | 2out of 4 | 525 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Meadow Primary School & School House Nursery Pound Farm Drive , Dovercourt CO12 4LB | 3out of 4 | 667 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Dovercourt Main Road , Dovercourt CO12 4HT | 3out of 4 | 727 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Lane Primary School and Nursery Chase Lane , Dovercourt CO12 4NB | 3out of 4 | 1,593 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harwich and Dovercourt High School Hall Lane , CO12 3TG | 3out of 4 | 589 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 394 Main Road, Harwich | 279 yd | |
| Pacific 7 Fsh and Chips | 462 Main Road, Harwich | 493 yd | |
| Rainbow Cafe / Takeaway | 12 Wick Lane, Dovercourt | 654 yd | |
| Tower Hotel | The Tower Hotel, Main Road | 696 yd | |
| Blue Flag Cafe | Lower Marine Parade, Dovercourt | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DBAK LTD | Royal Oak Inn, 226 Main Road | 586 yd | |
| The Mayflower Brewers Fayre | Mayflower Brewers Fayre, Parkeston Road | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chips | 8 Wick Lane, Dovercourt | 654 yd | |
| Mayflower | 471 Main Road, Harwich | 840 yd | |
| Raj Tandoori Takeaway | 552 Main Road, Harwich | 854 yd | |
| Dovercourt Grill | 487 Main Road, Harwich | 883 yd | |
| USA Chicken Hotfood LTD | 4 Central House, High Street | 928 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | Asda Supermarket, Main Road | 546 yd | |
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | 465 Main Road, Harwich | 840 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak Ground MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 431 yd |
| Mayflower School Main Road | grass pitches | 506 yd |
| The Harwich And Dovercourt High School HALL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| Dovercourt Bay Lifestyles LOWER MARINE PARADE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 730 yd |
| Harwich Sports Centre HALL LANE | squash courts, tennis courts | 786 yd |
| Fitness Found (Harwich) (Closed) Hill Road | health and fitness suite | 866 yd |
| Low Road Playing Fields Low Road | grass pitches | 1,067 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.