Highwoods is a residential ward located in the northern part of Colchester, Essex. The area is known for its mix of housing, including detached homes, terraced properties, and modern developments. It features several green spaces, such as Highwoods Country Park, which offers walking trails and wildlife habitats. The ward also includes local amenities like schools, shops, and a community centre.
Transport links in Highwoods are convenient, with easy access to the A12 and Colchester North Station. The area has a suburban feel, with quiet streets and family-friendly environments. Highwoods Square serves as a small retail hub, providing essential services for residents. The ward balances residential living with natural surroundings, making it a practical choice for families and commuters.
On average Highwoods has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Highwoods is £49,919 per year. There are 3 schools in Highwoods: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 139 recent sales, the median property price is £285,000 in Highwoods area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £750,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 33 | £466,000 |
| Flats | 22 | £165,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 33 | £300,000 |
| Terraced | 51 | £267,500 |
10 years price trend in Highwoods
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Augustus Close
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Princeton Mews
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Pampas Close
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Newcomen Way
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Highwoods
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Freeman Close
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Septimus Drive
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Libius Drive
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The Crescent
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Myland Hall Chase
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Newcomen Way
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Hale Way
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Gavin Way
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Tiberius Close
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Augustus Close
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Gordon Drive
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West View Close
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Hanbury Gardens
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Chinook
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Axial Way
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Mill Road
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Gavin Way
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Clough Road
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Cotswold Court
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Heckworth Close
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Chinook
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Antonius Way
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Mill Road
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Severalls Lane
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Highclere Road
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Hanbury Gardens
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Newcomen Way
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Domitian Close
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Brinkley Grove Road
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Avitus Way
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Hanbury Gardens
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Telford Way
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Upland Drive
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Appleton Mews
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The Crescent
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Autoway
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Barncroft Close
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Lilian Impey Drive
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Tony Webb Close
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Briarwood End
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Rosewood Close
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Magnus Drive
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Hadrian Close
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Attwood Close
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Carus Crescent
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Chinook
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Chanterelle
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Pinecroft Gardens
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Hallcroft Chase
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Brunel Court
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Gordian Walk
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Julian Avenue
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Coppice End
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Bignalls Croft
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Victoria Gardens
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Victoria Gardens
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Highwoods
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Honorius Drive
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Avitus Way
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Regents Close
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Wyncolls Road
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Brinkley Lane
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Albrighton Croft
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Marcus Close
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Carus Crescent
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Petronius Way
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Newcomen Way
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Ridgeway
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Brinkley Lane
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Arbour Way
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Gavin Way
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Crown Gate
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The Brackens
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Brunel Way
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Grassmere
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Highwoods
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Flavius Way
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Highwoods Square
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Clough Road
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Northfield Gardens
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Brinkley Lane
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Mill Road
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Severalls Lane
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Highwoods Approach
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Cleveland Close
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Highwoods Square
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Hurrell Down
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.