Our Data Sources
42, Penguin Parade, Colchester has a single entry in the Land Registry from December 2021 and a single entry in the EPC database dated December 2021.
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, Penguin Parade, Colchester would be worth £308,639, with a potential rental value of £1,748 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £273,366, with a rental value of £1,548 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
42, Penguin Parade, Colchester occupies a 146 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 62 other houses in this postcode, 48 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 45th largest.
Energy Efficiency
42, Penguin Parade, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 07 Dec 2021.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
42, Penguin Parade, Colchester last changed hands on 17th December 2021, selling for £275,000. 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 4.8% since December 2021.
- Sold Dec 2021£275,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 183 sales of comparable properties within 1.1 kilometres of 42, Penguin Parade, Colchester across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 4, Aardvark Drive, Colchester, CO3 8DT, a freehold house, sold at £287,500 on the 26th September 2025.
Read more about house prices in CO3.
- Sold Sep 2025£287,500 | 3 Bed House4, Aardvark Drive, Colchester, CO3 8DT4, Aardvark Drive, Colchester, CO3 8DT
- Sold Aug 2025£290,000 | 3 Bed House50, Penguin Parade, Colchester, CO3 8BU50, Penguin Parade, Colchester, CO3 8BU
- Sold Feb 2025£272,500 | 3 Bed House3, Aardvark Drive, Colchester, CO3 8DT3, Aardvark Drive, Colchester, CO3 8DT
•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, Penguin Parade, Colchester as the 59th largest and the 50th most expensive of the 68 addresses on Penguin Parade, Stanway, Colchester, CO3.
Against the CO3 postcode district average, it is £86k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Lakelands Primary School1.1 km away
- Stanway Primary School1.3 km away
- Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Eight Ash Green and Aldham1.7 km away
- The Stanway School1.4 km away
- Philip Morant School and College3.6 km away
- St Benedict's Catholic College3.7 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Marks Tey|2.7 km away
- Colchester|5.2 km away
- Colchester Town|5.7 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show standard broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Standard Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
