Our Data Sources
Sparrow Hawk Cottage, Colchester has 21 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in July 2020 and a single entry in the EPC database dated April 2019.
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 Sparrow Hawk Cottage, Colchester would be worth £645,664, with a potential rental value of £1,758 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £571,874, with a rental value of £1,557 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
Sparrow Hawk Cottage, Colchester occupies a 1,912 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 6th largest.
Energy Efficiency
Sparrow Hawk Cottage, Colchester has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of E. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 23 Apr 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
Sparrow Hawk Cottage, Colchester last changed hands on 16th July 2020, selling for £470,000. 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 12.8% since July 2020.
- Sold Jul 2020£470,000
- Sold Apr 2004£288,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 56 sales of comparable properties within 2.9 kilometres of Sparrow Hawk Cottage, 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 Aug 2024£530,000 | 4 Bed House25, Fingringhoe Road, Colchester, CO5 7LA25, Fingringhoe Road, Colchester, CO5 7LA
- Sold Aug 2022£485,000 | 3 Bed HouseFuchsia Cottage, Layer Road, Colchester, CO5 7NHFuchsia Cottage, Layer Road, Colchester, CO5 7NH
•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 Sparrow Hawk Cottage, Colchester as the 15th largest and the 15th most expensive of the 69 addresses on Layer Road, Abberton, Colchester, CO5.
Against the CO5 postcode district average, it is £192k 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.
