New Build Homes in Colchester
Colchester blends heritage with modern living. Located in Essex, the town features historic attractions including Colchester Castle and the Roman Walls. Residents also enjoy access to modern amenities, with the city centre offering numerous dining, shopping and recreational options.
Families appreciate excellent schools and family-friendly attractions such as Colchester Zoo. Direct train services to London take just over 50 minutes, making Colchester ideal for commuters.
The surrounding Essex countryside offers scenic walks and outdoor recreational opportunities, while the nearby coast provides even more leisure opportunities. Explore our new homes in Colchester and uncover its rich history.
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Low Road, Dovercourt, Essex, CO12 3TX
- £250,000 to £395,000
- 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
- New build homes in Dovercourt, Essex. 13 acres of open space, award winning Dovercourt beach nearby, Trains into London.
Barratt Homes at Henley Gate
Oxlip Blvd, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 6FA
- £380,000 to £415,000
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Located on the peaceful edge of the wider Henley Gate development in Ipswich, discover your new home with 9 acres of country park right on your doorstep. Just 2.3 miles from Junction 53 of the A14, excellent transport links keep you connected. Enjoy a vibrant local community with artisan shops, charming pubs, and fantastic restaurants, all close by.
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Sitting next door to Dedham Vale and Suffolk Coast & Heaths, Colchester promises spectacular natural scenery and a wealth of unique attractions. New homes are always popular in this part of the East of England, so if you’d like to make your move, look no further. Take advantage of our various offers and get a head start on the competition.
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Whether you want to learn about Colchester’s Roman past or prefer a relaxing walk around Castle Park, the city won’t disappoint.You can start by exploring the Roman walls, which run for two miles. Along the way, you’ll also see Balkerne Gate – the largest surviving gateway in Roman Britain and once the entrance to the city. Be sure to stop at Colchester Castle, which dates back to the 11th century. The fortification is home to Europe’s biggest Norman castle keep.Other must-see museums are Hollytrees Museum, Natural History Museum and Firstsite. If you’re travelling with kids, Castle Park makes a perfect afternoon. Covering some 27 acres, you’ll find a café, a play area, a boating lake and a crazy golf course.
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Moving with your family? Choosing the right school for your kids is as important as finding the right home. Colchester is home to great educational facilities, many of which are rated outstanding by Ofsted. Find below the top-performing schools in this part of Essex:
Primary Secondary Further education Hamilton Primary School Gilberd School Colchester Institute St Theresa’s Catholic The Stanway School The Sixth Form College Montgomery School The Thomas Lord Audley School Philip Moral College
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Colchester boasts a superb public transport network, comprising buses, trains and road links.The city’s main bus providers are First Essex and Arriva Colchester, connecting the city centre to the outskirts, as well as Chelmsford and Clacton-on-Sea. Rail links run from this Essex hub to Ipswich, Norwich and London Liverpool Street via the Great Eastern Main Line.Colchester is also conveniently located to access the M25 and the A12, making it easy to commute to London and other southeastern destinations.