14,751 people · median £235,000 · Colchester
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Sold price trend from Colchester +18.9%
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New Town is a neighbourhood in Essex with a population of 14,751. The median house price is £235,000, with 855 sales recorded in the past 12 months. Terraced properties dominate the market at £240,000 median, while detached homes reach £331,250.
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Property prices have risen 18.9% over five years, averaging £2,572 per square metre. The area is relatively deprived, with about 35% of neighbourhoods in England more deprived. Crime levels are notably low. Air quality is moderate, with nitrogen dioxide at 10.7 micrograms per cubic metre and fine particulate matter at 7.3. Flood risk is minimal at 0.8% in flood zone 3. Residents are predominantly aged 25–44 (34.2%), with a median age of 35.7 years. Owner-occupied homes comprise 49.3% of housing; 37.1% are privately rented. Broadband access is strong, with 98.7% superfast coverage. The area sits within Colchester district, governed by Colchester City Council under no overall control. Council tax band D costs £2,240.94 annually.
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