Shrub End is a residential ward located in the southwest of Colchester, Essex. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It includes several local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, serving the needs of its residents. The ward is bordered by major roads like Maldon Road and Shrub End Road, providing connections to Colchester town centre and surrounding areas.
The area features green spaces like Shrub End Recreation Ground, which offers sports facilities and open areas for leisure. Public transport links include bus routes running through the ward, making it accessible for commuters. Shrub End has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and facilities catering to families and long-term residents. The ward is part of Colchester’s broader urban expansion, balancing residential living with practical amenities.
On average Shrub End has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 70 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shrub End is £50,052 per year. There are 8 schools in Shrub End: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £315,500 in Shrub End area, with individual transactions ranging from £147,000 up to £990,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 28 | £440,000 |
| Flats | 24 | £187,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 45 | £325,000 |
| Terraced | 27 | £281,000 |
10 years price trend in Shrub End
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Cambrai Road
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Iceni Way
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Midway Road
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Berechurch Hall Road
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Meadow Road
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Circular Road West
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Berechurch Road
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Duncan Road
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Anzio Crescent
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Wolton Road
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Sparling Close
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Meadow Road
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Aisne Road
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Menin Road
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Circular Road South
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Ypres Road
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Alport Avenue
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Rutland Avenue
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Bishop Road
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John Kent Avenue
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Ebony Close
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Circular Road West
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Longedryve
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Glisson Square
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Paxman Avenue
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Daniell Drive
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Eight Acre Lane
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Talavera Crescent
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Hedge Drive
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Berechurch Road
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Beechwood Close
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Willett Road
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Berechurch Road
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Layer Road
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Baynard Green
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Gloucester Avenue
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Hazell Avenue
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Daniell Drive
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Catherine Hunt Way
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Shrub End Road
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Amber Court
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Circular Road West
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Circular Road West
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Layer Road
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Eudo Road
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Gurney Benham Close
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Gloucester Avenue
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Devon Road
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Bishop Road
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Bishop Road
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Coats Hutton Road
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Earlswood Way
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Layer Road
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Alport Avenue
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Alport Avenue
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Rayner Road
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Hedge Drive
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John Kent Avenue
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Cunobelin Way
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Baronswood Way
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Maypole Green Road
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Gladwin Road
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Rainsborowe Road
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Abbey Field
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Gloucester Avenue
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Oakapple Close
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Gosbecks Road
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Cassino Road
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Gladwin Road
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Dapifer Close
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Layer Road
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Eldred Avenue
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.