Rural North ward in Colchester covers a large area on the northern outskirts of the town, characterized by open countryside and small villages. The ward includes settlements like Boxted, Langham, and Dedham, which are known for their historic charm and agricultural surroundings. Much of the land is used for farming, with fields and woodlands shaping the landscape.
The area offers a quieter pace of life compared to central Colchester, with a mix of residential properties and rural businesses. Local amenities include village halls, pubs, and primary schools, serving the close-knit communities. The ward is also home to parts of Dedham Vale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, attracting walkers and nature enthusiasts. Public transport links are limited, with most residents relying on cars for commuting into Colchester or nearby towns.
On average Rural North has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rural North is £53,405 per year. There are 9 schools in Rural North: 7 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 106 recent sales, the median property price is £462,500 in Rural North area, with individual transactions ranging from £195,000 up to £1,840,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 66 | £590,000 |
| Flats | 3 | £259,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 26 | £370,000 |
| Terraced | 11 | £325,000 |
10 years price trend in Rural North
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Grove Hill
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Long Road West
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Chappel Road
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Rectory Road
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Wick Road
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Queen's Head Road
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Windmills
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Buckley's Lane
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Spring Gardens Road
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Church Road
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The Causeway
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Coach Road
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Brick Kiln Lane
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Coach Road
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Elstar Lane
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Elstar Lane
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Nayland Road
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Blackbrook Road
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Birchwood Road
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Gun Hill
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Lodge Lane
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School Road
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Chapel Road
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Earls Colne Road
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Brook Road
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Bracks Lane
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Jupe's Hill
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Bacon's Lane
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Sandy Hill
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Fordham Road
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Mill Road
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Hall Road
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The Causeway
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Jonagold Drive
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Grantham Road
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Craig's Lane
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Accommodation Road
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Langham Lane
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Langham Mill Lane
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Ellis Road
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Middle Green
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Keelers Way
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Brook Street
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Birchwood Road
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Craig's Lane
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Crown Street
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Bergholt Road
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Gun Hill
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Grove Hill
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School Road
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Chapel Road
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Sky Hall Hill
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Green Lane
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Coggeshall Road
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Marks Tey & Wakes Colne
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Inworth Lane
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Spring Gardens Road
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Main Road
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Fordham Road
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Chantry Drive
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Horkesley Hill
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School Road
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Old House Road
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Ivy Lodge Road
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Blackbrook Road
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Dedham Road
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Long Road West
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Langham Lane
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Ipswich Road
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Chapel Road
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Wet Lane
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Swanscomb Road
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Church Road
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Robletts Way
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Garnons Chase
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Church Road
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Coach Road
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The Causeway
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Glebelands
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Broad Lane
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Birchwood Road
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Dowling Road
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Hobbs Drive
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Burnt Dick Hill
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Green Lane
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Colchester Road
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Coach Road
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London Road
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School Lane
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West Bergholt & Wormingford
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Brook Street
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Crown Street
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Coggeshall Road
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School Lane
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Coggeshall Road
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Wick Road
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Cooks Hill
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Carters Hill
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Baldwin's Lane
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Holliland Croft
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.