Our Data Sources
78, Ernest Road, Colchester has 21 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in December 2009 and a single entry in the EPC database dated August 2009.
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 78, Ernest Road, Colchester would be worth £536,935, with a potential rental value of £1,771 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £475,571, with a rental value of £1,569 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
78, Ernest Road, Colchester occupies a 656 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 51 other houses in this postcode, 45 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 7th largest.
Energy Efficiency
78, Ernest Road, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of C. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 28 Aug 2009.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
78, Ernest Road, Colchester last changed hands on 18th December 2009, selling for £285,000. 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 67.0% since December 2009.
- Sold Dec 2009£285,000
- Sold Apr 2006£215,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 91 sales of comparable properties within 660 metres of 78, Ernest Road, Colchester across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 112, Ernest Road, Colchester, CO7 9LJ, a freehold house, sold at £414,000 on the 28th August 2025.
Read more about house prices in CO7.
- Sold Aug 2025£414,000 | 3 Bed House112, Ernest Road, Colchester, CO7 9LJ112, Ernest Road, Colchester, CO7 9LJ
- Sold May 2025£600,000 | 4 Bed House49, Manor Road, Colchester, CO7 9LN49, Manor Road, Colchester, CO7 9LN
- Sold Aug 2016£450,000 | 4 Bed House24, Manor Road, Colchester, CO7 9LN24, Manor Road, Colchester, CO7 9LN
•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 78, Ernest Road, Colchester as the 17th largest and the 10th most expensive of the 97 addresses on Ernest Road, Wivenhoe, Colchester, CO7.
Against the CO7 postcode district average, it is £117k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Millfields Primary School600 m away
- Broomgrove Infant School800 m away
- Broomgrove Junior School800 m away
- Colchester Academy4.0 km away
- The Thomas Lord Audley School4.1 km away
- Colchester Royal Grammar School5.8 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Wivenhoe|700 m away
- Alresford (Essex)|2.6 km away
- Hythe (Essex)|3.5 km away
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.
