Colchester house prices
Colchester is flat, mid-priced.
Momentum+0.8%Flat
Vs typical+7%Around average
Rental yield3.6%Low yield
Real Estate Price Map scores, derived from the data on this page · how we calculate them
1995: £52,306 → 2025: £302,416 (5.8×)
Typical price
£302,416
United Kingdom
Rank in United Kingdom
#150
of 349
Population 2024
200k
Median pay
£39,353
7.7× price-to-income
Median rent
£900/mo
3.6% gross yield
Market read
At £302,416, homes in Colchester are 7% above the typical United Kingdom local authority (£283,271), ranking #150 of 349.
Prices are up 0.8% over the last year.
Price history
Typical price by year.
Top industries · share of jobs
Health & social work19%
Retail & wholesale16%
Education13%
Professional & scientific8%
Admin & support8%
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Colchester?
The typical home in Colchester (United Kingdom) is worth £302,416 — 7% above the typical United Kingdom local authority (£283,271).
How have Colchester house prices changed since 1995?
They have risen 5.8×, from £52,306 in 1995 to £302,416 in 2025.
Is Colchester affordable?
With a median pay of £39,353, homes cost about 7.7× income.
What is the rental yield in Colchester?
Median rent is £900/mo, about a 3.6% gross yield.