Elmstead Place is a CRM students-operated hall at 48 Elmstead Road, Colchester CO4 3GD, sitting just a 5-minute walk from the University of Essex's main campus, genuinely one of the closest options in Colchester. It offers a distinctive mix of townhouses, which combine a private en-suite bedroom with a shared kitchen, dining, and living area, alongside fully self-contained studios with all-inclusive bills and a landscaped courtyard designed to be considerate of the surrounding residential area. This guide covers the rooms, prices, location, amenities, the honest picture, and who Elmstead Place suits.
Elmstead Place, Colchester
| Item | Details |
| Address | 48 Elmstead Road, Colchester CO4 3GD |
| Operator | CRM Students |
| Room types | Townhouses (private en-suite, shared kitchen/living), Studios, some one-bed apartments |
| Walk to University of Essex | About 5 minutes |
| Distance to Colchester Institute | About 2 to 2.5 miles, a 10 to 15-minute cycle |
| Bills | All-inclusive (electricity, water, heating, Wi-Fi, contents insurance) |
| Standout feature | Landscaped courtyard and townhouse-style living |
The rooms and prices
Elmstead Place offers a genuinely distinctive room mix for Colchester, with townhouses giving you a private en-suite bedroom combined with a shared kitchen, dining, and living area, ideal if you want a blend of independence and community, alongside fully self-contained studios with their own private bathroom and kitchenette for complete privacy. Every room comes furnished with a bed, storage, and a dedicated study area. Rent is all-inclusive, covering electricity, water, heating, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance. Guide prices for 2026/27 run from around £160 per week up to £257 per week for premium studio and townhouse options, so confirm current rates and room type at booking, and note that a 51-week tenancy currently comes with a cashback offer worth checking with the accommodation team.
Location and getting around
Elmstead Place sits on Elmstead Road, genuinely just a 5-minute walk from the University of Essex's main campus, making it one of the closest student accommodation options to campus in Colchester. Colchester's town center is a short bus ride away, with a good range of shops and restaurants once you're there. Hythe Railway Station is about a 10 to 15-minute walk, useful for wider travel around Essex and into London. The building's design and material choices have been made to be considerate of the surrounding residential properties, giving the area a settled, low-key feel rather than a typical high-density student block. My tip: If being genuinely on campus matters more to you than being in the thick of town center nightlife, Elmstead Place's 5-minute walk to the University of Essex is hard to beat in Colchester.
Amenities
- Communal lounges and common rooms
- Landscaped courtyard
- Laundry facilities
- Bike storage
- Parcel lockers
- 24/7 CCTV and secure access
- On-site maintenance and management
- Free contents insurance
- Study spaces
The honest picture
Elmstead Place's strengths are a genuinely unbeatable 5-minute walk to the University of Essex, a distinctive townhouse-style living option that few other Colchester halls offer, and a considerate building design that keeps the area feeling settled rather than densely packed. The honest counterpoint: being close to campus rather than the town center means you're a bus ride from Colchester's main shops, restaurants, and nightlife, so it suits students who prioritize a short commute to lectures over being in the middle of town. As always, confirm your specific room type and current price before booking.
Who Elmstead Place, Colchester, suits
Strong fit: University of Essex students who want the shortest possible walk to campus; those who like the townhouse concept of a private en-suite within a shared, house-like living space; and students who prefer a quieter, more residential setting over a town-center location.
Weaker fit: students who want to be within walking distance of Colchester's town center and nightlife; those who specifically want a large cluster-flat social scene rather than smaller townhouse groupings.
For other options, browse student accommodation in Colchester and read how much student accommodation costs in the UK.
FAQs
Where is Elmstead Place in Colchester?
Elmstead Place is at 48 Elmstead Road, Colchester CO4 3GD, a 5-minute walk from the University of Essex.
What room types does Elmstead Place offer?
Townhouses with a private en-suite and shared kitchen/living area, plus fully self-contained studios and some one-bed apartments.
How much is Elmstead Place Colchester?
Guide prices for 2026/27 run from around £160 to £257 per week depending on room type, with rent fully inclusive of electricity, water, heating, Wi-Fi and contents insurance.
What amenities does Elmstead Place have?
A landscaped courtyard, communal lounges, laundry facilities, bike storage, parcel lockers, and 24/7 CCTV.
How far is Elmstead Place from the University of Essex?
About a 5-minute walk.
Is Elmstead Place good for students?
Yes, it's a well-reviewed hall known for its unbeatable campus proximity and distinctive townhouse-style living.
