Our Data Sources
79A, Forest Road, Colchester has 2 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in January 2012 and a single entry in the EPC database dated September 2018.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 1 out of 5 and is considered of low accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
Decorative condition can have a big effect on a property's value and this effect varies depending on the type, size and location of the property.
If 79A, Forest Road, Colchester is in very good condition we estimate a sale value of £140,081 and a rental value of £897 per month.
However, if the property needs a lot of cosmetic work we estimate a sale value of £124,072 and a rental value of £795 per month.
Energy Efficiency
79A, Forest Road, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 11 Sep 2018.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using room heaters (electric).
Sold Prices
According to HM Land Registry, 79A, Forest Road, Colchester was last sold on 27th January 2012 for £92,500 and was recorded as a leasehold flat.
The property has had 2 sales since 1995.
Since January 2012, the market for similar properties has risen by 69.9%.
- Sold Jan 2012£92,500
- Sold Sep 2008£100,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
According to the Land Registry and our network of Estate Agents, there have been 39 sales of properties similar to 79A, Forest Road, Colchester within a radius of 500 metres since 2009.
The most recent example is 197, Avon Way, Colchester, CO4 3YS, a leasehold flat which sold for £122,000 on the 6th May 2025.
Read more about house prices in CO4.
- Sold May 2025£122,000 | 2 Bed Flat197, Avon Way, Colchester, CO4 3YS197, Avon Way, Colchester, CO4 3YS
- Sold Apr 2023£141,000 | 2 Bed Flat109B, Forest Road, Colchester, CO4 3XG109B, Forest Road, Colchester, CO4 3XG
- Sold Jul 2021£150,000 | 2 Bed Flat34, Howe Close, Colchester, CO4 3XD34, Howe Close, Colchester, CO4 3XD
- Sold Feb 2021£165,000 | 2 Bed Flat46, Howe Close, Colchester, CO4 3XD46, Howe Close, Colchester, CO4 3XD
- Sold Nov 2020£95,000 | 2 Bed Flat20, Howe Close, Colchester, CO4 3XD20, Howe Close, Colchester, CO4 3XD
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 £256,799, ranging from £133,411 to £379,711.
- 79B Forest Road
2 Bed Flat | 0 m | Est. Value: £133,894
- 79D Forest Road
2 Bed Flat | 0 m | Est. Value: £133,703
- 79C Forest Road
2 Bed Flat | 0 m | Est. Value: £133,411
- 81 Forest Road
4 Bed House | 13 m | Est. Value: £290,118
- 77 Forest Road
4 Bed House | 14 m | Est. Value: £294,176
Location Comparison
Forest Road, Colchester, CO4 has a total of 182 addresses. According to our analysis of all the public data, 79A, Forest Road, Colchester is the 161st largest and the 152nd most expensive property on the street.
When compared to the postcode district it is £175k less expensive than the average property in CO4.
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Schools Nearby
- Unity Primary Academy100 m away
- Hazelmere Junior School1.0 km away
- Hazelmere Infant School and Nursery1.0 km away
- Colchester Academy900 m away
- The Thomas Lord Audley School2.9 km away
- Colchester Royal Grammar School3.1 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Hythe (Essex)|400 m away
- Colchester Town|1.9 km away
- Colchester|3.0 km away
Available Internet Speeds
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband is available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Ultrafast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
According to data from the Environment Agency, the flood risk in this area is considered to be Very Low.
