Our Data Sources
Rifah, Colchester has 21 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in September 2015 and a single entry in the EPC database dated October 2014.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 2 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate Rifah, Colchester would be worth £583,102, with a potential rental value of £1,692 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £516,461, with a rental value of £1,499 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Rifah, Colchester occupies a 1,086 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
Of the 34 other houses in this postcode, 30 have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 12th largest.
Energy Efficiency
Rifah, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 06 Oct 2014.
The property is not connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
Rifah, Colchester last changed hands on 9th September 2015, selling for £439,000. 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 34.9% since September 2015.
- Sold Sep 2015£439,000
- Sold Aug 2002£250,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 68 sales of comparable properties within 2.9 kilometres of Rifah, Colchester across the last 2 years.
Most recently, Hawthorn House, Peldon Road, Colchester, CO5 7PB, a freehold house, sold at £503,000 on the 8th December 2025.
Read more about house prices in CO5.
- Sold Dec 2025£503,000 | 4 Bed HouseHawthorn House, Peldon Road, Colchester, CO5 7PBHawthorn House, Peldon Road, Colchester, CO5 7PB
- Sold Mar 2025£532,000 | 4 Bed House14, Fingringhoe Road, Colchester, CO5 7LB14, Fingringhoe Road, Colchester, CO5 7LB
- Sold Jun 2022£560,000 | 4 Bed House5, Edward Marke Drive, Colchester, CO5 7LP5, Edward Marke Drive, Colchester, CO5 7LP
•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 Rifah, Colchester as the 20th largest and the 18th most expensive of the 69 addresses on Layer Road, Abberton, Colchester, CO5.
Against the CO5 postcode district average, it is £132k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Langenhoe Community Primary School400 m away
- Cherry Tree Academy2.4 km away
- Fingringhoe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School2.8 km away
- The Thomas Lord Audley School3.8 km away
- Paxman Academy5.0 km away
- Philip Morant School and College5.7 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Wivenhoe|4.1 km away
- Colchester Town|5.8 km away
- Hythe (Essex)|5.8 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show poor internet coverage in this area, which may mean weak or no connectivity.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Slow/none Broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.
