Land For Sale £450,000
St Lawrence, Southminster

We are pleased to offer this prime residential development opportunity located east of Main Road, St Lawrence, Southminster. The property is approximately 0.19 hectares (0.48 acres) and currently comprises a derelict bungalow, garage, and large garden. It has the benefit of a detailed planning permission (ref. no. APP/X1545/W/22/3303331 and 21/01223/FUL) to develop 3 x residential dwellings, that will provide approximately 527.4 sqm (5676.9 sqft) of internal accommodation.

The property is located in the heart of the riverside village of St Lawrence, which lies to the north of Southminster and Burnham-on-Crouch. The village is situated in the Dengie peninsula and benefits from a beautiful stretch of beach known as St Lawrence Bay, resulting in a rich diversity of migratory birds and marine life. 

The property is bound by residential properties to the north, south and west, and Main Road to the east.

The property is within walking distance of the Blackwater estuary and a range of local amenities, including the village shop, pubs, post office, and sailing club.

St Lawrence is serviced by public transport, with the closest bus stops to the site being located on Main Road, approximately 150 metres south of the property.

Towns Southminster and Burnham-on-Crouch are situated approximately 9.6 kilometres (6 miles) and 13.6 kilometres (8.5 miles) south of the property by road, respectively. Burnham-on-Crouch has a wide range of shops and services. Both towns benefit from train stations, with regular trains running to Wickford, with onward trains to Brentwood, Southend-on-Sea, and London Liverpool Street.

The A130, A127 and A12, offering good connections to Chelmsford, Basildon and beyond, are within approximately 35 minutes of the property by car.

The property benefits from access off of Maid Road.

The Local Planning Authority is Maldon District Council.

Detailed planning permission was granted on the 24th May 2023 to replace the existing bungalow with 3 dwellings, associated car parking and communal pond (ref. no. APP/X1545/W/22/3303331 and 21/01223/FUL). 

A pack of the planning documents is available to download, however, prospective purchasers must make themselves aware of the planning conditions and opportunities. 

Plot 1 - 3 bed house semi-detached - approximately 175.8 sqm (1892.3 sqft) GIA

Plot 2 - 3 bed house semi-detached - approximately 175.8 sqm (1892.3 sqft) GIA

Plot 3 - 3 bed detached - approximately 175.8 sqm (1892.3 sqft) GIA

The proposed dwellings benefit from the following:

Ground Floor

• Living room
• Utility
• Kitchen/diner/family room
• WC

First Floor

• Master bedroom with dressing room and en-suite
• Bedroom 2
• Bedroom 3
• Family bathroom

Second Floor

• Study
• Snug
• WC

It is understood that the property benefits from mains water, sewerage, and electricity (currently disconnected).

Prospective purchasers must make their own inquiries regarding the availability and suitability of services. 

For Sale by Auction on 28th February 2024.

A legal pack is available from the Dedman Gray website using the following link: 

The property is sold subject to any easements, quasi-easements, wayleaves or rights of way whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

The property is being offered for sale freehold with vacant possession on completion.

Whirledge & Nott does not have any authority to give representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract. All descriptions, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate. No assumption should be made that the property has the necessary planning, building regulations or other consents. Whirledge & Nott has not carried out a survey nor tested any appliances, services or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

Strictly by appointment. Viewing of the property is entirely at the risk of the enquirer. Neither Whirledge & Nott nor the vendor accept any responsibility for any damage, injury or accident during viewing.

The purchaser will be required to provide proof of identity and address prior to exchange of contracts.