Sell land in Harwich
If you own land around Harwich and want a straight answer about it, we'll tell you whether we can buy it, on what terms, and what the offer is based on.
The land we're most interested in near Harwich sits on the edge of the built-up area or in the villages towards Felixstowe (3 miles) and Ipswich (10 miles).
- No commission: we're the buyer
- We tell you if we can't help
- Figures you can check
Selling land near Harwich?
Send the postcode and a rough size.
Harwich at a glance
| Town | Harwich |
|---|---|
| County | Essex |
| Country | England |
| Postcode district | CO12 |
| OS grid square | TM23 |
| Nearest towns we cover | Felixstowe (3 mi), Ipswich (10 mi), Clacton-on-Sea (12 mi) |
| Distance from Southend-on-Sea | About 37 miles north-east |
| Planning system | National Planning Policy Framework and local plan |
| Ways to sell | Outright, subject to planning, option or joint venture |
Land we buy in Harwich
Each page explains what we look for, what affects the price and the rules that apply.
Land with development potential
Rural and agricultural land
Plots and small sites
Brownfield and commercial land
Awkward and inherited land
Other towns around Harwich
Distances and directions are measured from Harwich.
| Town | Postcode district | OS grid square | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felixstowe | IP11 | TM33 | 3 mi north-east |
| Ipswich | IP1 | TM14 | 10 mi north-west |
| Clacton-on-Sea | CO15 | TM11 | 12 mi south-west |
| Colchester | CO1 | TL92 | 17 mi west |
| Stowmarket | IP14 | TM05 | 21 mi north-west |
| Sudbury | CO10 | TL84 | 24 mi west |
Rules that apply in England
Brownfield first
National policy gives substantial weight to reusing suitable brownfield land for homes. Councils keep brownfield land registers, and some sites can gain permission in principle.
Flood risk
Environment Agency flood maps and the sequential test steer new homes away from areas at highest risk of flooding.
Tax on the sale
The buyer pays Stamp Duty Land Tax. As the seller you may owe capital gains tax, and some commercial land carries VAT. Take advice from an accountant.
From first call to completion
Tell us about your land
Send the postcode or address and a rough size.
We check it properly
Title, planning history, access, flood maps and local policy.
You get a written offer
With the main figures behind it, so your adviser can check it.
Solicitors complete the sale
Exchange and complete, or exchange now and complete when planning is granted.
Your questions answered
Can you visit land near Harwich?
Yes. Once we've looked at the title and planning position, we arrange a site visit if the land looks suitable. Send the address or postcode to start.
Do you cover the villages around Harwich?
Yes. Villages between Harwich, Felixstowe and Ipswich often have the kind of edge-of-settlement land we're looking for.
Do you buy land without planning permission?
Yes. You can sell outright at a price that reflects the planning risk, or on a subject-to-planning or option basis that pays more if permission is granted.
Can garage sites be turned into homes?
Often, yes. Many councils support redeveloping underused garage courts, subject to access, overlooking and parking.
Find out what we'd pay for your land near Harwich
Send the postcode and a rough size. We'll check the title and planning position and come back to you.