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About

Colchester is a district located in Essex, in the East of England. It is known for its rich history, being Britain’s oldest recorded town, with roots dating back to Roman times. The area includes the town of Colchester and surrounding villages, offering a mix of urban and rural landscapes. The district is home to landmarks like Colchester Castle and the remains of Roman walls, reflecting its historical significance.

The district has a range of amenities, including shopping centres, parks, and educational institutions like the University of Essex. Transport links include the A12 road and a direct rail line to London, making it accessible for commuters. The local economy features retail, education, and light industry, with a growing focus on technology and innovation. Surrounding areas provide green spaces and coastal access, balancing urban development with natural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Colchester has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Colchester is £48,376 per year. There are 90 schools in Colchester: 64 primary (8 Outstanding and 50 Good) and 12 secondary (2 Outstanding and 7 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
83
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
11.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Colchester Population
192,715
Population density
587.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
155,488
80.68%
Other White
10,602
5.5%
African
4,904
2.54%
Other Asian
3,536
1.83%
Indian
3,027
1.57%
Total population: 192,716

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
26,126
32.78%
Owns with a mortgage
25,352
31.8%
Private landlord or letting agency
15,003
18.82%
Social rents from council
5,645
7.08%
Other social rented
4,940
6.2%
Total households: 79,711

Property prices in Colchester

Based on 2,482 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Colchester area, with individual transactions ranging from £64,750 up to £1,790,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Colchester in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Colchester over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached814£455,000
Flats405£180,000
Semi-Detached718£327,000
Terraced545£275,000

10 years median price trend in Colchester

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Colchester.

All wards in Colchester

Berechurch

Castle

Greenstead

Highwoods

Lexden and Braiswick

Marks Tey and Layer

Mersea and Pyefleet

Mile End

New Town and Christ Church

Old Heath and The Hythe

Prettygate

Rural North

Shrub End

St Anne's and St John's

Stanway

Tiptree

Wivenhoe

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.