Growth and Regeneration
Colchester is subject to extensive, ongoing transformative efforts.
A £3bn plan intends to improve the local sports and leisure scene, as well as introduce new homes and improve the city centre.
The area is expanding quickly. In 2022, Colchester was given city status. Plenty of new build residential developments are underway. This includes the Tendring Colchester Borders Garden Community. This initiative will result in up to 9,000 new properties, plus schools, local amenities and industrial and commercial job opportunities, attracting more people to the area.
Student Property
Colchester is the main base for the University of Essex, which has a campus in Wivenhoe Park and hosts around 17,000 students.
Popular student areas in Colchester include:
- Hythe
- Quayside
- Greenstead
Transport Links
As mentioned, Colchester was named London’s best-value commuter town. As such, it offers good access to London via the A12, A120 and Colchester train stations.
