Our Data Sources
8, Penguin Parade, Colchester has a single entry in the Land Registry from June 2018 and a single entry in the EPC database dated June 2018.
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 8, Penguin Parade, Colchester would be worth £305,346, with a potential rental value of £1,749 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £270,449, with a rental value of £1,549 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
8, Penguin Parade, Colchester occupies a 167 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 37th largest.
Energy Efficiency
8, Penguin Parade, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of B. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 08 Jun 2018.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has high performance glazing. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
8, Penguin Parade, Colchester last changed hands on 29th June 2018, selling for £250,000. 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 18.3% since June 2018.
- Sold Jun 2018£250,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 3 sales of comparable properties within 1.1 kilometres of 8, Penguin Parade, Colchester across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 10, Penguin Parade, Colchester, CO3 8BU, a freehold house, sold at £300,000 on the 9th March 2026.
Read more about house prices in CO3.
- Sold Mar 2026£300,000 | 3 Bed House10, Penguin Parade, Colchester, CO3 8BU10, Penguin Parade, Colchester, CO3 8BU
- Sold Feb 2025£290,000 | 3 Bed House5, Giraffe Row, Colchester, CO3 8DB5, Giraffe Row, Colchester, CO3 8DB
- Sold Nov 2024£293,500 | 3 Bed House7, Giraffe Row, Colchester, CO3 8DB7, Giraffe Row, Colchester, CO3 8DB
•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 8, Penguin Parade, Colchester as the 50th largest and the 55th most expensive of the 68 addresses on Penguin Parade, Stanway, Colchester, CO3.
Against the CO3 postcode district average, it is £87k less expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- 1.1kmLakelands Primary School
- 1.3kmStanway Primary School
- 1.7kmHoly Trinity CofE Primary School, Eight Ash Green and Aldham
- 1.4kmThe Stanway School
- 3.6kmPhilip Morant School and College
- 3.7kmSt Benedict's Catholic College
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Public Transport Nearby
- 2.7kmMarks Tey
- 5.2kmColchester
- 5.7kmColchester Town
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.
