LAND AT BREACH BARNS LANE Waltham Abbey, Essex
- Land size
- 47.2 acres
Description
An attractive area of land just to the north of Waltham Abbey. The land lies to the south of Breach Barns Lane in a peaceful setting with fantastic views across open countryside. Access by way Breach Barns Lane (part of which is included in the sale).
The land is a large easily worked area so lends itself well to agricultural production. Being so close to Waltham Abbey, it also offers long term investment opportunity.
Approximately 47.20 acres (19.102 hectares) in total.
Waltham Cross (Rail) – 3.1 miles
Epping (Tube) – 6.6 miles
London (Dalston) – 14 miles
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Method of Sale
The property is offered for sale by private treaty.
The Land (edged red on the plan)
A large parcel of land surrounded by mature trees and hedgerow with great views to the north. It has direct access onto Breach Barns Lane. There are a number of residential properties to the south and a large glass house facility adjoins the northeast corner. The land extends to 47.20 acres (19.102 hectares).
Guide Price –£625,000
Local Authority and Planning
The land lies in the Epping Forest District Council’s jurisdiction and is currently designated as Green Belt. As such, there is a general presumption against most forms of development although some agricultural or small-scale equestrian development should be possible.
The current Local Plan runs until 2033 and after this date, the land may have more development potential. Please seek independent advice regarding all planning and development matters.
Tenure and possession
The land is available Freehold with Vacant Possession in March 2027.
Overage Provision
A sum of 20% of any increase in value accruing to the land because of development will revert back to the Vendors for a period of 50 years from completion.
Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
In accordance with the most recent AML legislation the purchaser will be required to provide proof of identity, home address and funds to the selling agent once an offer has been submitted and accepted (subject to contract), but prior to solicitors being instructed.
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- Date Posted
- 2026-08-17
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Nearest Schools
Primary
- Upshire Primary Foundation School0.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 198
- Type
- Foundation school
- Hillhouse CofE Primary School1 mileNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 341
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy1.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 598
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Leverton Primary School1.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 436
- Type
- Foundation school
- Nazeing Primary School2.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 250
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- King Harold Business & Enterprise Academy1 mileOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 812
- Type
- Academy converter
- Haileybury Turnford2.4 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,021
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Oasis Academy Enfield2.9 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 690
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Epping St John's Church of England School3.1 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,036
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- Goffs - Churchgate Academy3.1 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 582
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
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Green space
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Getting Around
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