Our Data Sources
256, Straight Road, Colchester has 31 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in November 2015 and a single entry in the EPC database dated January 2010.
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.
1Sales dated prior to 2007 are shown, but are not used in our calculations.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 256, Straight Road, Colchester would be worth £403,761, with a potential rental value of £1,968 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £357,617, with a rental value of £1,743 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
256, Straight Road, Colchester occupies a 330 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 17th largest.
Energy Efficiency
256, Straight Road, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 12 Jan 2010.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
256, Straight Road, Colchester last changed hands on 18th November 2015, selling for £340,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 3 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 45.6% since November 2015.
- Sold Nov 2015£340,000
- Sold Aug 2005£245,000
- Sold Nov 2002£217,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 258 sales of comparable properties within 620 metres of 256, Straight Road, Colchester since 2017.
Most recently, 21, Cherrywood Drive, Colchester, CO3 4LU, a freehold house, sold at £350,000 on the 12th June 2026.
Read more about house prices in CO3.
- Sold Jun 2026£350,000 | 3 Bed House21, Cherrywood Drive, Colchester, CO3 4LU21, Cherrywood Drive, Colchester, CO3 4LU
- Sold May 2026£400,000 | 3 Bed House50, Newcastle Avenue, Colchester, CO3 9XL50, Newcastle Avenue, Colchester, CO3 9XL
- Sold Dec 2025£465,000 | 3 Bed House27, Scythe Way, Colchester, CO3 4SJ27, Scythe Way, Colchester, CO3 4SJ
- Sold Nov 2025£388,500 | 3 Bed House17, Worthington Way, Colchester, CO3 4LA17, Worthington Way, Colchester, CO3 4LA
- Sold Aug 2025£390,500 | 3 Bed House25, Baden Powell Drive, Colchester, CO3 4SL25, Baden Powell Drive, Colchester, CO3 4SL
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 £387,948, ranging from £299,567 to £540,179.
- 254A Straight Road
4 Bed House | 11 m | Est. Value: £442,056
- 258 Straight Road
3 Bed House | 14 m | Est. Value: £407,649
- 254 Straight Road
3 Bed House | 29 m | Est. Value: £423,549
- 52 Worthington Way
3 Bed House | 30 m | Est. Value: £306,023
- 252 Straight Road
4 Bed House | 34 m | Est. Value: £540,179
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 256, Straight Road, Colchester as the 214th largest and the 172nd most expensive of the 305 addresses on Straight Road, Colchester, CO3.
Against the CO3 postcode district average, it is £6k 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.












