Wivenhoe Gardens by Cala Homes · Colchester Road, Wivenhoe, Essex CO79WP
Cala Homes has 83 developments on Homello. Homes in Colchester sold for a median £332,000 over the last year, £351 per sq ft; see house prices in Colchester.
About Wivenhoe Gardens
Wivenhoe Gardens offers a collection of 85 new build homes, including 17 affordable homes, situated on Colchester Road in the desirable riverside town of Wivenhoe, Essex (CO7 9WP). This development, constructed by five-star housebuilder Cala Homes, is currently selling off-plan, with showhomes scheduled to launch in Autumn 2025. Wivenhoe Gardens comprises a meticulous blend of residential property types designed to suit diverse lifestyles, ranging from young professionals to downsizers and families.
The new build homes include a collection of two-bedroom bungalows, a coach house, and spacious two, three, and four-bedroom semi-detached and detached houses. As the developer, Cala Homes holds the maximum HBF 5-Star Rated Housebuilder status, an accolade they have achieved for seven consecutive years, demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction and quality. In a recent HBF survey, over 96% of buyers stated they would recommend the builder to a friend. Each home at Wivenhoe Gardens features a modern, high specification as standard. Crucially, all properties are equipped with both an Air Source Heat Pump and an Electric Vehicle Charger, providing energy efficiency and catering to modern, low-maintenance living. The houses are designed with flexible, open-plan living areas to maximise natural light and space. Purchasers are advised to contact the sales team for detailed floorplans and specific house type releases. Wivenhoe is a vibrant town with a strong local community, nestled by the River Colne. The development benefits from easy access to The Quay and the riverfront, as well as the rolling fields of rural Essex. Transport: Commuter links are a significant benefit. Wivenhoe Station is located just 1.1 miles from the development, offering direct rail services to major cities. The journey time to London Liverpool Street is approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes, making the area viable for London commuters. Services also run directly to Colchester, Chelmsford, Frinton-on-Sea (approx. 22 minutes), and Walton-on-the-Naze (approx. 27 minutes). For road users, the site is moments from the A12 trunk road, providing a direct route to the M11 for onward travel. Local Amenities & Schools: The local area provides concrete amenity choices, including independent shops such as the Wivenhoe Book Shop and the Village Deli. Dining and social options include traditional quayside pubs like The Rose and Crown, and other popular establishments such as The Black Buoy, The Greyhound, The Horse and Groom, and The Olive Branch restaurant. Nearby schooling options include Broomgrove Infant School (Ofsted rated 'Good' in February 2024) and Millfields Primary School (judged 'Good' across all areas in March 2025). Wivenhoe Gardens is currently selling off-plan. Interested homebuyers can register their interest now to ensure they are kept updated with new releases and pricing. Showhomes are due to launch in Autumn 2025. For current plot-specific availability, detailed specifications, and to arrange viewing appointments upon launch, please contact the developer directly.
- Developer
- Cala Homes
- City
- Essex
- Neighbourhood
- Wivenhoe
- Postcode
- CO79WP
- Address
- Colchester Road, Wivenhoe, Essex
- Tenure
- For sale
Sold prices at Wivenhoe Gardens
First sales only so far: 5 homes registered at a median £169,950 since 2001 (new-build sales register 6–12 months after completion).
| Address | Sold | Kind | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4, Watsham Place CO7 9WP | Mar 2021 | Resale +80% | £500,000 |
| 5, Watsham Place CO7 9WP | Aug 2015 | Resale +61% | £435,000 |
| 4, Watsham Place CO7 9WP | Sept 2006 | Resale +39% | £386,000 |
| 2, Watsham Place CO7 9WP | Jun 2004 | Resale +55% | £248,450 |
| 2, Watsham Place CO7 9WP | Sept 2001 | New build | £159,950 |
| 3, Watsham Place CO7 9WP | Jul 2001 | New build | £169,950 |
| 5, Watsham Place CO7 9WP | Jul 2001 | New build | £270,000 |
| 1, Watsham Place CO7 9WP | Jun 2001 | New build | £164,950 |
Sales at the development's postcode and its listings' postcodes, as recorded by HM Land Registry; neighbouring addresses in the same postcode can be included.
Questions about Wivenhoe Gardens
›Who is the developer of Wivenhoe Gardens?
Wivenhoe Gardens is a Cala Homes development in Wivenhoe, Essex. Cala Homes has 83 developments listed on Homello.
›How much do homes at Wivenhoe Gardens cost?
The developer has not published current prices. Homes here first sold at a median of £169,950 according to HM Land Registry.
›What have homes at Wivenhoe Gardens sold for?
HM Land Registry has registered 5 first sales at Wivenhoe Gardens at a median of £169,950 since 2001. New-build sales appear in the register six to twelve months after completion, so this count grows over time.
›What are house prices like in Colchester?
The median sold price in Colchester was £332,000 over the last 12 months (3,273 sales, −2.4% on the year before), or £351 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Colchester page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
Location
Colchester Road, Wivenhoe, Essex, CO79WP
Nearest stations
- Wivenhoe Station 0.9 milesGreater Anglia
- Alresford Station 1.8 milesGreater Anglia
- Hythe Station 1.9 milesGreater Anglia
- Colchester Town Station 2.8 milesGreater Anglia
Nearest schools
- Broomgrove Junior School 0.3 milesPrimary · ages 7–11 Good
- Broomgrove Infant School 0.3 milesPrimary · ages 4–7 Good
- Millfields Primary School 0.7 milesPrimary · ages 4–11
- St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge 1.2 milesPrimary · ages 4–11
Nearest supermarkets
- The Co-operative Food Supermarket 0.7 miles
- The Co-operative Food Convenience store 0.9 miles
- Spar Convenience store 0.9 miles
- The Co-operative Food Convenience store 1.1 miles
Eating out nearby
Within half a mile: 2 restaurants and cafes, 1 pub or bar, 1 takeaway.
- Henley's of Wivenhoe 0.1 milesTakeaway
- The Flag 0.1 milesRestaurant or cafe
- Horse & Groom Inn 0.1 milesPub or bar
- The English Wine Tasting Company 0.2 milesRestaurant or cafe
Straight-line distances; actual routes will be longer. Stations from NaPTAN, with their lines powered by TfL Open Data; schools from the Department for Education register, with the latest Ofsted signal; supermarkets from Geolytix Retail Points; places to eat from the Food Standards Agency's register of food businesses.
Area insights
The Colchester neighbourhood around this development.
Sources: HM Land Registry price paid data, Police.uk, Historic England, ONS Census 2021, Ofcom Connected Nations, Environment Agency. Planning offices.

We have not been able to confirm current prices here recently.
Checked on the Cala Homes website on 28 October 2026.