New Homes for Sale in Colchester

New Builds in Colchester  

Holding the proud distinction of being home to the University of Essex, Colchester’s rich and storied architecture is on full display as one walks down its pretty streets, with its 900+ year old castles, hilly paths and cobbled pavements lending the town a certain gravitas. 

This is perfectly complemented by Colchester’s lively night life – as expected from a university town – with its various clubs and restaurants giving the town a certain infectious vibrancy.  

With quieter villages, like Tiptree and Feering, on its outskirts, Colchester’s provides an alternative for those looking to live somewhere with a bit more oomph. 

Transport in Colchester

Colchester is well-connected with plenty of transport options to get in, out and around the city.  

Commuters can enjoy easy travel with the city's three train stations: 

• Colchester North- the city’s primary station,situatedinthe city centre, Colchester Northoffersdirectservicesto London’s Liverpool Street station as wellas Ipswich,Northwichand Clacton-on-Sea
• Colchester Town– considered Colchester’s secondary station, this slightly smaller station also offers services to London’s Liverpool Street, as well asregular services to Walton-on-the-Naze
• Hythe–a stationregularly frequented by those from the UniversityofEssex, trainsdepartingfrom here also go to London’s LiverpoolStreet, as well asClacton-on-Sea and Walton-on-the-Naze. 

It should also be noted that there’s a large bus station in the city centre too, near Colchester North railway station. Buses from here include services to places like Lexden, The Hythe, Highwoods, Stanway, Chelmsford, and Basildon.  

Colchester’s proximity to the A12 is also ideal, with the road linking Colchester to Ipswich to the north and London to the south. The A120 is also nearby, providing an easy route to the coastal town of Clacton-on-Sea.  

Where’s the best place to live in Colchester if you want to live close to the city centre?

Highwoods  

Highwoods is a leafy borough north of the city centre, that’s home to High Woods Country Park - Colchester’s largest park. It is conveniently located just an 11-minute drive from the city centre.  

Highwoods also offers its fair share of nearby amenities including a post office, a general practice and several highly rated schools all right on your doorstep.  

For golf enthusiasts, Highwoods Golf Club is a must-visit too!  

Lexden

Only a 7-minute drive from Colchester city centre, Lexden is perfect for young families due to diverse selection of highly rated schools. The area also offers several nearby nature reserves, with ponds, meadows and wildflowers that bloom beautifully in the warmer months.  

You can explore picturesque streets with period-style buildings, and nearby Tollgate Shopping Centre, just a short drive away, is home to numerous high-street brands and offers ample parking. 

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