West Mersea Conservation Area

West Mersea is a mid-sized conservation area in England, covering approximately 20.5 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. Within the conservation area there are 12 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 20.5 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade II 102, Coast RoadCO5 8NA
• Grade II 112, Coast RoadCO5 8PB
• Grade II 140 and 142, Coast RoadCO5 8NU
• Grade II Anchor CottageCO5 8NU
• Grade II Bluebird CottageCO5 8NU
• Grade II Curlew CottageCO5 8NT
• Grade II Little TimbersCO5 8NU
• Grade II Mariners Way Picaroon CottageCO5 8NU
• Grade II NutshellCO5 8NU
• Grade II PeriwinkleCO5 8NU
• Grade II Smuggler's WayCO5 8NX
• Grade II The White CottageCO5 8NU

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Tollesbury5.1 km
• Bradwell on Sea5.9 km
• Tolleshunt D'Arcy7.3 km
• Fingringhoe8.1 km
• Tillingham9 km
• Rowhedge9.3 km
• Brightlingsea9.4 km
• Birch9.4 km

About West Mersea Conservation Area

Is my property in West Mersea Conservation Area?

Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the West Mersea Conservation Area boundary.

What restrictions apply in West Mersea?

Properties in West Mersea Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees