Our Data Sources
42, Bignell Croft, Colchester has 21 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in October 2007 and a single entry in the EPC database dated May 2012.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 5 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 42, Bignell Croft, Colchester would be worth £245,568, with a potential rental value of £1,205 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £217,504, with a rental value of £1,067 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
42, Bignell Croft, Colchester occupies a 144 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 23 other houses in this postcode, 18 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 12th largest.
Energy Efficiency
42, Bignell Croft, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 29 May 2012.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
42, Bignell Croft, Colchester last changed hands on 19th October 2007, selling for £166,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 49.1% since October 2007.
- Sold Oct 2007£166,000
- Sold Dec 2005£137,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 230 sales of comparable properties within 590 metres of 42, Bignell Croft, Colchester across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 1, Hallcroft Chase, Colchester, CO4 9WG, a freehold house, sold at £180,000 on the 2nd April 2026.
Read more about house prices in CO4.
- Sold Apr 2026£180,000 | 2 Bed House1, Hallcroft Chase, Colchester, CO4 9WG1, Hallcroft Chase, Colchester, CO4 9WG
- Sold Sep 2025£275,000 | 2 Bed House20, Sinnington End, Colchester, CO4 9RE20, Sinnington End, Colchester, CO4 9RE
- Sold Apr 2024£237,000 | 2 Bed House36, Bignell Croft, Colchester, CO4 9TY36, Bignell Croft, Colchester, CO4 9TY
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 42, Bignell Croft, Colchester as the 32nd largest and the 23rd most expensive of the 79 addresses on Bignell Croft, Highwoods, Colchester, CO4.
Against the CO4 postcode district average, it is £79k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Colchester200 m away
- Brinkley Grove Primary School700 m away
- Highwoods Community Primary School700 m away
- The Gilberd School800 m away
- The Trinity School800 m away
- Colchester Academy2.1 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Colchester|2.6 km away
- Hythe (Essex)|2.9 km away
- Colchester Town|3.2 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show ultrafast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
