What's the Central Colchester population and density?

Central Colchester population is 11,314 with density 3224.6 per km².

What are prices by property type in Central Colchester?

Latest medians: Detached £346,250, Semi-detached £327,500, Terraced £283,000, Flats £172,500.

How many households are in Central Colchester?

There are 5,556 households in Central Colchester

What are house prices in Central Colchester?

Based on 176 recent sales, the median price is £220,000.

What home types are most common in Central Colchester?

Housing mix: purpose-built flat 40.0%, terraced 23.1%.

How much social housing is near Central Colchester?

About 11.9% across the Central Colchester area.

What's the average income in Central Colchester?

Average resident income is about £46,400 per year.

How safe is Central Colchester?

Crime level in Central Colchester is very high with about 288 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How deprived is Central Colchester?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 12971 of 32844 in country).

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Q: What schools in Central Colchester and how are they rated?

There are 6 schools in Central Colchester: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / East of England / Colchester / Central Colchester

About

Central Colchester is the historic heart of the town, known for its rich heritage and key landmarks. The area is home to Colchester Castle, a well-preserved Norman keep built on Roman foundations, and the nearby Hollytrees Museum. High Street serves as the main shopping thoroughfare, with a mix of chain stores and independent retailers. The area also includes the Victorian-era Town Hall and the Mercury Theatre, a focal point for arts and culture.

Surrounding the central zone are remnants of Colchester’s Roman past, including sections of the old town walls and Balkerne Gate. Castle Park provides green space along the River Colne, with walking paths and seasonal events. The area is well-connected by public transport, with Colchester Town railway station offering links to London and other parts of Essex. Cafés, pubs, and restaurants cater to both locals and visitors, making it a busy hub during the day.

Area overview

On average Central Colchester has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 288 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central Colchester is £46,400 per year. There are 6 schools in Central Colchester: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

288

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

11.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Central Colchester Population

11,314

Population density

3,224.6 per km²

Demographics

British

7,757

68.57%

Other White

1,347

11.91%

African

309

2.73%

Indian

288

2.55%

Other Asian

238

2.1%

Total population: 11,312

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,200

39.6%

Owns outright

1,305

23.49%

Owns with a mortgage

1,245

22.41%

Other social rented

405

7.29%

Social rents from council

211

3.8%

Total households: 5,555

Property prices in Central Colchester

Based on 176 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 in Central Colchester area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £1,440,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	10	£346,250	£280,750	£309,375	£630,500	£1,104,750
Flats	93	£172,500	£88,000	£140,000	£205,000	£254,000
Semi-Detached	22	£327,500	£248,600	£300,000	£363,750	£434,500
Terraced	51	£283,000	£195,000	£250,000	£368,000	£452,500

10 years price trend in Central Colchester

All postcodes in Central Colchester

CO11NP

Central Colchester

CO11QT

Middleborough

CO11NX

Church Street

CO11RD

North Station Road

CO11RE

Market Close

CO11SG

Orchard Road

CO11TL

Castle Road

CO11TN

Museum Street

CO11UT

Cowdray Avenue

CO11WW

Victoria Chase

CO12PZ

St Julian Grove

CO12QR

Guildford Road

CO27AS

Central Colchester

CO27DG

Vineyard Street

CO33LY

Manor Road

CO33PJ

Lexden Road

CO11JJ

Sir Isaac's Walk

CO11SS

East Stockwell Street

CO11UP

Roman Road

CO11XY

Cowdray Avenue

CO12RH

Inverness Close

CO12YE

Fenwick Drive

CO12YW

Wells Road

CO12ZG

Riverside Place

CO19SR

Central Colchester

CO27AH

St John's Street

CO33BW

St Marys Fields

CO33JH

Pope's Lane

CO33LJ

Rotary Way

CO33PL

Lexden Road

CO33PR

Oaks Drive

CO11HW

Northgate Street

CO12QS

Central Colchester

CO11DX

Central Colchester

CO11DL

Clarendon Way

CO11EU

Short Cut Road

CO11FF

East Stockwell Street

CO11RQ

John Harper Street

CO11SU

Maidenburgh Street

CO11TT

Maidenburgh Street

CO11UZ

Colne Bank Avenue

CO11WN

Victoria Chase

CO11XF

Bloyes Mews

CO12RR

Lincoln Way

CO12PR

Eaglegate

CO12RX

Ely Gardens

CO19SZ

Central Colchester

CO19TL

Central Colchester

CO33EN

Balkerne Hill

CO33LE

Colne Bank Avenue

CO12RE

Hereford Road

CO11DU

High Street

CO11NY

Head Street

CO11PX

Balkerne Close

CO11QP

Green's Yard

CO11ZP

Claremont Heights

CO11ZU

Claremont Heights

CO12RP

Land Lane

CO12TX

East Street

CO12UJ

Rosebery Avenue

CO33FQ

Essex Street

CO33NA

Hospital Lane

CO19ZZ

Central Colchester

CO11ZE

Moorside

CO11LF

Culver Street East

CO11NF

Balkerne Gardens

CO11QW

High Street

CO11SP

East Stockwell Street

CO11XT

Cowdray Avenue

CO11ZY

Claremont Heights

CO12GQ

Harold Collins Place

CO12QG

Fennings Chase

CO12RA

Guildford Road

CO19SN

High Street

CO20YB

Moorside

CO27AN

Abbey Gate Street

CO27DT

Arthur Street

CO33PT

Lexden Road

CO11AP

Bloyes Mews

CO11EY

Middle Mill

CO11FW

Leete Way

CO11JQ

Culver Street West

CO11JS

Bergholt Road

CO11LH

Culver Street East

CO11LX

Central Colchester

CO11NZ

Balkerne Close

CO11PA

Balkerne Close

CO11PJ

High Street

CO11WG

Central Colchester

CO12RJ

Lichfield Close

CO12RU

Durham Square

CO12UQ

East Bay

CO12UR

Smythies Avenue

CO12YL

Guildford Road

CO12ZE

East Street

CO19TH

Central Colchester

CO27EA

Osborne Street

CO33JF

Rawstorn Road

CO11DG

High Street

CO27NN

St John's Street

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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