On average Colchester has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 81 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 £48,377 per year. There are 90 schools in Colchester: 64 primary (8 Outstanding and 50 Good) and 12 secondary (2 Outstanding and 7 Good).
Based on 2,413 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Colchester area, with individual transactions ranging from £64,750 up to £1,840,000.
Price per property type (last year)
Price per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 782 | £460,000 |
| Flats | 401 | £180,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 700 | £325,000 |
| Terraced | 530 | £275,000 |
10 years price trend in Colchester
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.