Our Data Sources
252, Straight Road, Colchester has a single entry in the Land Registry from March 2014 and a single entry in the EPC database dated September 2015.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 2 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 252, Straight Road, Colchester would be worth £567,188, with a potential rental value of £2,415 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £502,367, with a rental value of £2,139 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
252, Straight Road, Colchester occupies a 398 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 22 other houses in this postcode, 18 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 11th largest.
Energy Efficiency
252, Straight Road, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 22 Sep 2015.
The property is connected to mains gas and has mostly double glazing. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
252, Straight Road, Colchester last changed hands on 17th March 2014, selling for £270,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
That is its only recorded sale since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 64.0% since March 2014.
- Sold Mar 2014£270,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 70 sales of comparable properties within 620 metres of 252, Straight Road, Colchester since 2015.
Most recently, 26, Newcastle Avenue, Colchester, CO3 9XE, a freehold house, sold at £485,000 on the 12th February 2026.
Read more about house prices in CO3.
- Sold Feb 2026£485,000 | 4 Bed House26, Newcastle Avenue, Colchester, CO3 9XE26, Newcastle Avenue, Colchester, CO3 9XE
- Sold Nov 2025£465,000 | 4 Bed House2, Redmill, Colchester, CO3 4RT2, Redmill, Colchester, CO3 4RT
- Sold Sep 2025£468,000 | 4 Bed House60, Oaklands Avenue, Colchester, CO3 9ES60, Oaklands Avenue, Colchester, CO3 9ES
- Sold Sep 2025£575,000 | 4 Bed House8, Stoneleigh Park, Colchester, CO3 9FA8, Stoneleigh Park, Colchester, CO3 9FA
- Sold Aug 2025£600,000 | 5 Bed House32, Stoneleigh Park, Colchester, CO3 9FA32, Stoneleigh Park, Colchester, CO3 9FA
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £426,426, ranging from £306,023 to £568,612.
- 254 Straight Road
3 Bed House | 10 m | Est. Value: £423,549
- 250 Straight Road
4 Bed House | 14 m | Est. Value: £531,897
- 248 Straight Road
3 Bed House | 24 m | Est. Value: £352,647
- 246 Straight Road
4 Bed House | 30 m | Est. Value: £460,929
- 254A Straight Road
4 Bed House | 34 m | Est. Value: £442,056
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 252, Straight Road, Colchester as the 60th largest and the 48th most expensive of the 305 addresses on Straight Road, Colchester, CO3.
Against the CO3 postcode district average, it is £162k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester700 m away
- Prettygate Junior School800 m away
- Prettygate Infant School800 m away
- Paxman Academy1.0 km away
- Philip Morant School and College1.2 km away
- The Stanway School1.3 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Colchester Town|3.4 km away
- Colchester|3.6 km away
- Hythe (Essex)|5.0 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.












