5,824 people · median £367,500 · Colchester
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Lexden is a neighbourhood in Essex with a population of 5,824. The median house price is £367,500, with 216 sales recorded over the last 12 months. Detached homes command the highest prices at a median of £498,500, while flats are the most affordable at £181,000.
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Property prices have risen 12.4% over the past five years. The area has a median age of 45.8 years, and 76.9% of homes are owner-occupied. About 75% of neighbourhoods in England are more deprived than Lexden. Air quality is moderate, with nitrogen dioxide at 10.3 micrograms per cubic metre and particulate matter at 7.1. Flood risk is minimal at 0.5%. Broadband connectivity is strong, with 98.5% superfast coverage and 79.6% gigabit-capable access. The area falls within Colchester's planning jurisdiction and includes four conservation areas and 29 listed buildings. Council tax for band D properties is £2,240.94 in 2026/27.
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