Our Data Sources
Orchards, Colchester has 31 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in May 2020 and a single entry in the EPC database dated May 2019.
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
In very good condition, we estimate Orchards, Colchester would be worth £895,278, with a potential rental value of £2,909 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £792,960, with a rental value of £2,576 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Orchards, Colchester occupies a 5,105 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 30 other houses in this postcode, 22 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 3rd largest.
Energy Efficiency
Orchards, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 22 May 2019.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, oil.
Sold Prices
Orchards, Colchester last changed hands on 29th May 2020, selling for £760,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 3 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 21.8% since May 2020.
- Sold May 2020£760,000
- Sold Jun 2010£430,000
- Sold Oct 2001£249,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 17 sales of comparable properties within 3.1 kilometres of Orchards, Colchester across the last 2 years.
Most recently, Maltings Lodge, Frating Road, Colchester, CO7 7JW, a freehold house, sold at £837,500 on the 20th August 2025.
Read more about house prices in CO7.
- Sold Aug 2025£837,500 | 5 Bed HouseMaltings Lodge, Frating Road, Colchester, CO7 7JWMaltings Lodge, Frating Road, Colchester, CO7 7JW
- Sold Mar 2025£790,000 | 5 Bed HouseThe Chapel, Chapel Lane, Colchester, CO7 7JTThe Chapel, Chapel Lane, Colchester, CO7 7JT
- Sold May 2022£857,499 | 5 Bed House6, Little Paddocks, Colchester, CO7 7GN6, Little Paddocks, Colchester, CO7 7GN
•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 Orchards, Colchester as the 7th largest and the most expensive of the 47 addresses on Frating Road, Great Bromley, Colchester, CO7.
Against the CO7 postcode district average, it is £458k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- St George's Church of England Primary School, Great Bromley2.3 km away
- Great Bentley Primary School3.2 km away
- Elmstead Primary School3.4 km away
- Colne Community School6.1 km away
- Colchester Academy7.1 km away
- Manningtree High School7.5 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Great Bentley|3.2 km away
- Alresford (Essex)|3.6 km away
- Weeley|5.9 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.
