Bakers Lane, Lexden Hamlet, Colchester
- Land size
- 1.2 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- CHARMING DETACHED FARMHOUSE IN PEACEFUL LEXDEN HAMLET
- GENEROUS PLOT OF APPROXIMATELY 1.2 ACRES
- PRIVATE SEMI-RURAL SETTING WITH COUNTRYSIDE FEEL
- CONVENIENT ACCESS TO COLCHESTER CITY CENTRE
- FOUR BEDROOMS
- FULL PLANNING PERMISSION TO FURTHER EXTEND - APPLICATION 240502
- BACKING ONTO LEXDEN WOOD GOLF CLUB
- VIEWING ESSENTIAL
Description
Set within the peaceful rural surroundings of Lexden Hamlet, this charming detached farmhouse offers a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful home with excellent future potential, all while remaining conveniently close to Colchester city centre and a wide range of everyday amenities.
Occupying a generous plot of approximately 1.2 acres, the property enjoys a wonderfully private and semi-rural setting, with space, greenery and a sense of countryside living, yet without compromising on connectivity. Nearby Tollgate and Stane Retail Parks provide a broad selection of shops and services, while excellent transport links, nearby railway stations with direct services into London Liverpool Street, and access to some of the country’s finest schools further enhance the appeal of the location.
The existing farmhouse provides well-proportioned four-bedroom accommodation, ideal for family living. The ground floor includes a spacious living/dining room with fireplace, creating a warm and inviting heart to the home, together with a kitchen, cloakroom and useful boot room.
A significant feature of the property is the granted planning permission, offering exciting scope to further enhance and expand the accommodation. Colchester Borough Council planning application no: 240502
Combining rural charm, generous grounds and substantial future potential, this delightful farmhouse represents an exciting opportunity in a highly convenient yet peaceful position on the edge of Colchester.
Property Setting:
Lexden Hamlet is a highly regarded semi-rural setting on the western fringes of Colchester, offering an appealing balance between countryside surroundings and convenient access to the city. The area is known for its attractive green outlooks, established homes and quieter lanes, creating a peaceful environment while remaining within easy reach of everyday amenities.
Colchester city centre provides an excellent range of shops, restaurants, cafés, leisure facilities and cultural attractions, while nearby Tollgate and Stane Retail Parks offer convenient access to supermarkets, retail stores and services. The area is also well placed for families, with a strong selection of respected schooling available across Colchester and the surrounding villages.
For commuters, Lexden Hamlet is ideally positioned for access to the A12, connecting towards Chelmsford, Ipswich and London, while Colchester’s railway stations provide direct services into London Liverpool Street. The surrounding countryside, village walks and open green spaces further enhance the lifestyle appeal, making Lexden Hamlet a desirable location for those seeking space and tranquillity without feeling disconnected.
Important Information:
Tenure - Freehold
Council Tax - Band E
Services Connected - Mains Electric/Water/Drainage
Heating - Oil boiler via radiators
Telephone & Broadband - 02/Three/Vodafone/EE are likely
Broadband - Ultrafast broadband is available
* Some images have been digitally staged to give a better visual of the room, additionally the external CGI is intended to give an illustration only of the property post extention in accordance with the planning permission and the final finish wil be subject to any new purchaser.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- E
- Date Posted
- 2026-07-15
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,167 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Oil Heating
- Broadband
- Standard Copper (ADSL)
- Sewerage
- Mains
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
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- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Braiswick Primary School0.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 419
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Home Farm Primary School0.9 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 422
- Type
- Academy converter
- Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils0.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 236
- Type
- Community school
- St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester1.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 252
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- North Primary School and Nursery1.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 458
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- St Benedict's Catholic College0.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 905
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Colchester County High School for Girls0.8 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,198
- Type
- Academy converter
- Gender
- Girls
- St Helena School0.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 986
- Type
- Academy converter
- Philip Morant School and College1.1 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,888
- Type
- Academy converter
- Colchester Royal Grammar School1.1 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,073
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Christian
- Gender
- Boys
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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Dairy Barn Mews, Lawford, Manningtree, CO11 2BZ
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