Colchester
Essex's oldest recorded town — vibrant, well-connected and growing
About Colchester
Colchester is a thriving market town with a rich Roman history, excellent schools, a fast-growing tech and business scene, and direct trains to London Liverpool Street in under an hour. It's one of the most popular letting locations in Essex.
Neighbourhoods
Town Centre
Great for young professionals and couples. Walkable, vibrant, close to amenities.
Lexden
Popular with families. Quieter, leafy streets with excellent school catchments.
Mile End
Close to the University. Popular with students and young renters.
Stanway
Modern housing, good retail and easy A12 access. Popular with families.
Getting Around
- Regular trains to London Liverpool Street
- Access to A12 and A120
- Local bus network across North Essex
Schools & Education
- Colchester County High School (Outstanding)
- Colchester Royal Grammar School (Outstanding)
- St Helena School
- University of Essex
Local Attractions
Landlord Insight
Colchester has consistently strong rental demand, particularly near the University and town centre. Void periods tend to be short and yields above average for Essex.
Area at a Glance
Avg. Rent (PCM)
£1,150
London Commute
55 min to London Liverpool St
Population
~200,000
Property Types
Terraced, semi-detached, modern apartments