Our Data Sources
42, Elmcroft, Colchester has 21 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in September 2011 and a single entry in the EPC database dated June 2011.
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, Elmcroft, Colchester would be worth £339,053, with a potential rental value of £1,471 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £300,304, with a rental value of £1,303 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
42, Elmcroft, Colchester occupies a 267 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 25 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 8th largest.
Energy Efficiency
42, Elmcroft, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 21 Jun 2011.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
42, Elmcroft, Colchester last changed hands on 30th September 2011, selling for £195,000. 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 84.4% since September 2011.
- Sold Sep 2011£195,000
- Sold Dec 1996£68,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 3 sales of comparable properties within 2.7 kilometres of 42, Elmcroft, Colchester across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 43, Meadow Close, Colchester, CO7 7HR, a freehold house, sold at £380,000 on the 23rd February 2026.
Read more about house prices in CO7.
- Sold Feb 2026£380,000 | 3 Bed House43, Meadow Close, Colchester, CO7 7HR43, Meadow Close, Colchester, CO7 7HR
- Sold Nov 2023£74,750 | 3 Bed House16, Pavilion View, Colchester, CO7 7GP16, Pavilion View, Colchester, CO7 7GP
- Sold May 2021£320,000 | 3 Bed House61, Holly Way, Colchester, CO7 7YQ61, Holly Way, Colchester, CO7 7YQ
•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, Elmcroft, Colchester as the 23rd largest and the 23rd most expensive of the 25 addresses on Elmcroft, Elmstead, Colchester, CO7.
Against the CO7 postcode district average, it is £73k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- 200mElmstead Primary School
- 2.7kmSt George's Church of England Primary School, Great Bromley
- 3.1kmBroomgrove Infant School
- 3.9kmColchester Academy
- 6.2kmThe Gilberd School
- 6.3kmThe Trinity School
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Public Transport Nearby
- 3.4kmAlresford (Essex)
- 4.0kmWivenhoe
- 4.5kmHythe (Essex)
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a very low risk of flooding.
