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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Fordham Road
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Easten Greene
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Coach Road
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School Road
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The Causeway
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Braeburn Road
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Princel Lane
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Chappel Road
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Long Road West
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Redhouse Lane
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Coggeshall Road
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Garden Fields
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Bacon's Lane
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London Road
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The Causeway
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London Road
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Holt's Road
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Coach Road
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Exeter Close
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Grange Road
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Manningtree Road
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Monk's Lane
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Birchwood Road
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Horkesley Heath, Langham & Dedham
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Gun Hill
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East Side
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Ellis Road
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Mill Road
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Windmill Close
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Brookhouse Road
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Buckley's Lane
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Colchester Road
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Nayland Road
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Boxted Road
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Coach Road
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Green Lane
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Barnfield Road
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Brook Street
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Bargate Lane
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Mill Lane
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Manningtree Road
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Birchwood Road
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Gun Hill
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Chapel Road
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Cage Lane
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Oakfield Drive
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Langham Lane
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Chrismund Way
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London Road
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Vernons Road
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Holly Lane
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Colletts Chase
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London Road
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Crown Street
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High Street
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Ardleigh Road
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Hall Road
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Colchester Road
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East Lane
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Greyhound Hill
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Cage Lane
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Sky Hall Hill
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West Bergholt & Wormingford
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Partridge Drive
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Coach Road
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Barnfield Road
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East Lane
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Coggeshall Road
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Cooks Hill
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Accommodation Road
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Chapel Road
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Holly Oaks
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Holly Oaks
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Rams Farm Road
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Fossetts Lane
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Boxted Church Road
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School Lane
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Castle Hill
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Horkesley Heath, Langham & Dedham
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Manningtree Road
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Chapel Road
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Old House Lane
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Brook Road
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Colchester Road
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Swanscomb Road
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New Road
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East Lane
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Ardleigh Road
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Long Road West
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Hall Road
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Perry Lane
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Rectory Road
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Carters Hill
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Boxted Road
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Chappel Road
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Marks Tey & Wakes Colne
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Lower Green
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Inworth Lane
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Garnons Chase
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Bowdens Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.