Magdalen Laver facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Magdalen Laver |
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 Church of St Mary Magdalen |
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| Population | 232 |
| OS grid reference | TL 50802 08066 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | ONGAR |
| Postcode district | CM5 |
| Dialling code | 01279 |
| Police | Essex |
| Fire | Essex |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Magdalen Laver is a small village in Essex, England. It's part of the Epping Forest area. You can find it east of Harlow and quite close to the M11 motorway.
The village has a community building called a village hall. It also has a church named St Mary Magdalen. Back in the 1870s, a book called John Marius Wilson's Imperial Gazetteer of England and Wales described Magdalen Laver. It said the village was about 4 miles northwest of Ongar. At that time, around 1870, only 213 people lived there.
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How Many People Live Here?
Magdalen Laver's Population Changes Over Time
In 2011, a count of people called a census showed that 232 people lived in Magdalen Laver. The number of people living in the village has changed a lot over the years. Between 1801 and 1901, the population went up and down. This might have happened because the village's official borders changed.
From 1931 to 1961, the population grew steadily. This could be because more farmers moved to the area. They were needed to help produce food for Great Britain during and after World War 2.
Who Has Lived Here?
Famous People from Magdalen Laver
Some interesting people have lived or worked in Magdalen Laver.
- Simon Horemed was a parson (a type of church leader) in the village in 1349.
- William Webb Ellis (1806–1872) was the Rector (another church leader) of Magdalen Laver in 1855. He is famous for being credited with inventing the game of rugby football!
Who Lives in Magdalen Laver Now?
Understanding the Village's Population Mix
Most people in Magdalen Laver are from a white ethnic group. The 2011 census showed that 98.3% of residents were white.
The graph shows how old people are in the village. The largest group of people, 44 residents, are between 45 and 54 years old. About 22% of the people living in Magdalen Laver are 65 or older. However, almost half (49%) of the population is 44 or younger. This means the village has a good mix of different age groups.
What Do People Do for Work?
Magdalen Laver's Economy and Jobs
For a long time, farming was the main job in Magdalen Laver. In 1801, 36 people worked in agriculture. This was because there was a lot of land suitable for growing crops. In 1847, it was thought that about 835 acres of land were used for farming.
Today, things are different. The 2011 census showed that 37 people work as managers or senior officials. This suggests that many people who live in Magdalen Laver might travel to other towns for their jobs. This makes it a "commuter area."
The unemployment rate in Magdalen Laver was very low in 2011, at just 1.5%. This is much lower than the national average of 8.1%. This shows that the local economy is strong and most people have jobs.
Learning and Schools
Education in Magdalen Laver
Magdalen Laver has not had its own school since 1952. In the 1800s, the people in the village were too poor to have a school. But by 1818, a small school was started. A proper school building was built in 1862 on land given by Anna Maria Meyer. This school could teach up to 60 students.
Today, the closest school is Moreton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School. It is about 1.83 miles away from Magdalen Laver.
When it comes to education levels, 15.2% of adults aged 16 and over in Magdalen Laver have no formal qualifications. However, 25.3% have high-level qualifications (Level 4 and above).
Places of Worship
Religion in the Village
The main church in the village is the Parish Church of Saint Mary Magdalen. It was built a very long time ago, in the 12th century. The church has a nave (the main part), a chancel (where the altar is), a west tower, and a south porch. The walls are made from flint and old Roman bricks. The tower is made of timber (wood).
This church is considered a special historical building. It has been a Grade II listed building since February 20, 1967. This means it's protected because of its history and architecture.
In the 2011 census, most people in Magdalen Laver said they were Christian (68.5%). About 21.6% said they had "No Religion."
