How much social housing is near Prettygate?

About 7.1% across the Prettygate area.

What's the Prettygate population and density?

Prettygate population is 10,444 with density 3889.8 per km².

How safe is Prettygate?

Crime level in Prettygate is moderate with about 57 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How deprived is Prettygate?

Deprivation score 3/10 (rank 24225 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Prettygate?

Based on 133 recent sales, the median price is £360,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How many households are in Prettygate?

There are 4,300 households in Prettygate

What are prices by property type in Prettygate?

Latest medians: Detached £455,000, Semi-detached £340,000, Terraced £309,000, Flats £188,000.

What home types are most common in Prettygate?

Housing mix: detached 43.2%, semi-detached 41.0%.

What's the average income in Prettygate?

Average resident income is about £49,390 per year.

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Prettygate

Q: What schools in Prettygate and how are they rated?

There are 6 schools in Prettygate: 5 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / East of England / Colchester / Prettygate

About

Prettygate ward is located in the southern part of Colchester, Essex. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, semis, and terraces. It is bordered by Maldon Road to the west and Southway to the east, with easy access to the A12 for commuters. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and professionals.

The ward features green spaces like Prettygate Park, offering recreational areas for residents. Public transport links provide connections to Colchester town centre and beyond. The area has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and facilities supporting day-to-day life. Prettygate is known for its convenience, balancing suburban living with proximity to urban amenities.

Area overview

On average Prettygate has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Prettygate is £49,390 per year. There are 6 schools in Prettygate: 5 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

7.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Prettygate Population

10,444

Population density

3,889.8 per km²

Demographics

British

8,990

86.07%

Other White

334

3.2%

Other Asian

201

1.92%

Indian

189

1.81%

African

124

1.19%

Total population: 10,445

Housing

Owns outright

2,068

48.09%

Owns with a mortgage

1,436

33.4%

Private landlord or letting agency

374

8.7%

Social rents from council

225

5.23%

Other social rented

124

2.88%

Total households: 4,300

Property prices in Prettygate

Based on 133 recent sales, the median property price is £360,000 in Prettygate area, with individual transactions ranging from £153,000 up to £970,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	58	£455,000	£323,125	£394,000	£523,750	£654,200
Flats	9	£188,000	£155,000	£180,000	£240,000	£306,000
Semi-Detached	53	£340,000	£274,200	£310,000	£376,000	£436,000
Terraced	13	£309,000	£203,200	£280,000	£340,000	£346,200

10 years price trend in Prettygate

All postcodes in Prettygate

CO39EH

Dugard Avenue

CO39ES

Oaklands Avenue

CO39EU

Oaklands Avenue

CO39FG

Woodland Drive

CO39XJ

Keymer Way

CO34JD

Milton Close

CO34JH

Shelley Road

CO34LB

Alan Way

CO34QQ

Crome Close

CO39AR

Lexden Road

CO39DU

Dugard Avenue

CO39DW

Lexden Road

CO34EE

Magazine Farm Way

CO34JA

Scott Drive

CO34NW

Cotman Road

CO34QJ

Cotman Road

CO34SQ

King Harold Road

CO34AH

Heather Drive

CO34NH

Van Dyck Road

CO34NY

Hills Crescent

CO34QA

Van Dyck Road

CO34QL

Cotman Road

CO34SG

Godwin Close

CO39AP

Nelson Road

CO39AY

Collingwood Road

CO39DD

Straight Road

CO39XB

Shillito Close

CO39XW

Fisin Walk

CO34SF

King Harold Road

CO34NE

The Commons

CO34BZ

Lexden Road

CO39AS

Trafalgar Road

CO34ED

Prettygate Road

CO34EP

Bawtree Way

CO34NN

The Commons

CO34NZ

All Saints Avenue

CO34SH

Reaper Road

CO34SP

Gilwell Park Close

CO34TA

Wilkin Court

CO39BQ

De Burgh Road

CO39DP

Sterling Close

CO34DZ

De Vere Road

CO34RG

Shrub End Road

CO39BE

Clairmont Road

CO39DA

Heath Road

CO39DH

Straight Road

CO39ER

Oaklands Avenue

CO39EY

Nelson Road

CO39FF

Woodland Drive

CO39XU

Wallis Court

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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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