Our Data Sources
50, Forest Road, Colchester has a single entry in the Land Registry from October 2025 and a single entry in the EPC database dated April 2025.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 4 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 50, Forest Road, Colchester would be worth £299,482, with a potential rental value of £1,411 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £265,255, with a rental value of £1,250 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
50, Forest Road, Colchester occupies a 249 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 19 other houses in this postcode, 17 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 7th largest.
Energy Efficiency
50, Forest Road, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 01 Apr 2025.
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
50, Forest Road, Colchester last changed hands on 21st October 2025, selling for £285,000. 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 24.0% since October 2025.
- Sold Oct 2025£285,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 250 sales of comparable properties within 540 metres of 50, Forest Road, Colchester since 2018.
Most recently, 1 Hayward Court, Tabor Road, Colchester, CO1 2XA, a freehold house, sold at £328,000 on the 16th February 2026.
Read more about house prices in CO4.
- Sold Feb 2026£328,000 | 3 Bed House1 Hayward Court, Tabor Road, Colchester, CO1 2XA1 Hayward Court, Tabor Road, Colchester, CO1 2XA
- Sold Feb 2026£290,000 | 3 Bed House6, Booth Avenue, Colchester, CO4 3BB6, Booth Avenue, Colchester, CO4 3BB
- Sold Feb 2026£320,000 | 3 Bed House44, Forest Road, Colchester, CO4 3RL44, Forest Road, Colchester, CO4 3RL
- Sold Feb 2026£360,000 | 3 Bed House104, Booth Avenue, Colchester, CO4 3AZ104, Booth Avenue, Colchester, CO4 3AZ
- Sold Jan 2026£292,000 | 3 Bed House4, St. Davids Close, Colchester, CO4 3BD4, St. Davids Close, Colchester, CO4 3BD
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 £224,637, ranging from £160,989 to £290,313.
- 54 Forest Road
3 Bed Flat | 19 m | Est. Value: £160,989
- 56 Forest Road
3 Bed Flat | 19 m | Est. Value: £165,927
- 48 Forest Road
3 Bed House | 24 m | Est. Value: £286,304
- 2 Clarkia Walk
3 Bed Flat | 28 m | Est. Value: £195,971
- 4 Clarkia Walk
3 Bed Flat | 28 m | Est. Value: £181,956
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 50, Forest Road, Colchester as the 79th largest and the 42nd most expensive of the 182 addresses on Forest Road, Colchester, CO4.
Against the CO4 postcode district average, it is £27k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Unity Primary Academy400 m away
- Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery900 m away
- Hazelmere Junior School900 m away
- Colchester Academy900 m away
- St Helena School2.8 km away
- Colchester Royal Grammar School2.9 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Hythe (Essex)|500 m away
- Colchester Town|1.7 km away
- Colchester|2.7 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show ultrafast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
