Manor Lane is in Harwich and in Tendring district. CO12 4EA 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 4EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO12 4EJ, CO12 4EF, CO12 4ED, CO12 4EB, CO12 4DY, CO12 4EE, CO12 3TH, CO12 4DX, CO12 4DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO12 4EA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 48.9% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 48.7% | 51.1% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 29.8% | 31.9% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 46.7% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 12.6% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 6.7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.7% | 43.7% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 33.7% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 16.1% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 4.6% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19% | 18.1% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 11.1% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 18.1% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 4.8% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 23.3% | 11.4% | 16.9% | 6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 20.7% | -2.3% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 98.5% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 97% | 95.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 50.9% | 46.2% | 4.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Lane was 49.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.1% lower than the Dovercourt All Saints average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Manor Lane has the 27th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Dovercourt All Saints and the 245th lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Manor Lane, Harwich, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £198,500 | 2025-01-31 | £201,191 |
| 21 Manor Lane, Harwich, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-04-22 | £134,269 |
| 11 Manor Lane, Harwich, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-01-19 | £187,927 |
| 53 Manor Lane, Harwich, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-11-30 | £186,253 |
| 34 Manor Lane, Harwich, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £224,000 | 2022-12-16 | £219,972 |
CO12 4EA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CO12 4EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Dovercourt Main Road , Dovercourt CO12 4HT | 3out of 4 | 436 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Meadow Primary School & School House Nursery Pound Farm Drive , Dovercourt CO12 4LB | 3out of 4 | 473 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School The Drive , Dovercourt CO12 3SU | - not rated | 519 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mayflower Primary School Main Road , Dovercourt CO12 4AJ | 2out of 4 | 843 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chase Lane Primary School and Nursery Chase Lane , Dovercourt CO12 4NB | 3out of 4 | 1,257 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 | 331 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific 7 Fsh and Chips | 462 Main Road, Harwich | 391 yd | |
| Subway | 394 Main Road, Harwich | 476 yd | |
| Rainbow Cafe / Takeaway | 12 Wick Lane, Dovercourt | 531 yd | |
| Blue Flag Cafe | Lower Marine Parade, Dovercourt | 730 yd | |
| The Waterfront | Lower Marine Parade, Dovercourt | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trafalgar | The Trafalgar Public House, 616 Main Road | 918 yd | |
| DBAK LTD | Royal Oak Inn, 226 Main Road | 923 yd | |
| The Mayflower Brewers Fayre | Mayflower Brewers Fayre, Parkeston Road | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chips | 8 Wick Lane, Dovercourt | 531 yd | |
| Mayflower | 471 Main Road, Harwich | 561 yd | |
| Raj Tandoori Takeaway | 552 Main Road, Harwich | 585 yd | |
| Dovercourt Grill | 487 Main Road, Harwich | 602 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar | 612 - 614 Main Road, Harwich | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | 465 Main Road, Harwich | 561 yd | |
| ASDA | Asda Supermarket, Main Road | 869 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Harwich And Dovercourt High School HALL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 322 yd |
| Harwich Sports Centre HALL LANE | squash courts, tennis courts | 501 yd |
| Dovercourt Bay Lifestyles LOWER MARINE PARADE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 722 yd |
| The Royal Oak Ground MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Mayflower School Main Road | grass pitches | 790 yd |
| Low Road Playing Fields Low Road | grass pitches | 932 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% |
| Median download speed | 28.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.