Chapmanslord Conservation Area Appraisal Survey

Chapmanslord Conservation Area

The historic interest of the Chapmanslord estate in Leigh-on-Sea derives from its association with the 1919 Housing Act, which drove the ‘Homes fit for Heroes’ campaign following the First World War. The estate is significant for its exemplar Garden City planning with a distinctive housing layout orientated around a curving road and two cul-de-sacs and substantial landscaping. The estate was developed by a public utility society, the Chapmanslord Housing Society. 

The properties in the Conservation Area have an Arts and Crafts character and while there is a mix of house types all have the same general style and with a common palette of materials and features which gives the Conservation Area a consistent character. Properties located at key locations within the development are orientated on a diagonal to create spacious gateways and focal points and this is a key part of its character. These properties often also have additional decorative features to highlight their importance in the street. 

The Conservation Area Appraisal for Chapmanslord has been reviewed and updated.

We would welcome your comments by Friday 29th January 2021.