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Colchester Borough Homes provides a range of housing management and repairs services. It manages over 6,300 homes on behalf of Colchester Borough Council.

Plum Hall

Plum Hall
Berechurch Road

Plum Hall was opened in 1986 and is a three-minute bus ride to the town centre. The scheme is made up of 33 properties. It combines an elegant converted Victorian building with a variety of well-designed flats and bungalows, including a two-bedroom bungalow that is suitable for wheelchair users.

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Accommodation

  • Own front door with spy hole
  • Ample storage space
  • Bedrooms in various sizes
  • Lounge with gas fire
  • Fully fitted kitchen
  • Bathroom with WC, wash hand basin and bath or shower
  • Full gas central heating

Communal Facilities

A door entry system is fitted at the main entrance of Plum Hall. This security feature enables you to identify any visitors before you allow them into the building. You can relax in your home knowing it is safe.

The two car parks at the scheme offer ample parking for tenants and their visitors. If friends or relatives wish to stay a fully furnished guest room is available. You can enjoy social and recreational activities in the spacious lounge.

A well-equipped laundry room and a drying area with rotary lines are provided. The Age Concern Bus calls fortnightly for shopping trips, if required.

A 24-hour alarm call system is fitted to all the properties in the scheme. This links you to the Scheme Manager or Helpline when the Scheme Manager is off duty. The alarm call system offers you the reassurance that help is always available if you need it.

Social Activities

As part of their professional service the Scheme Manager will arrange a programme of social events and outings in consultation with tenants. Whilst this is an opportunity to socialise and make new friends there is no pressure on you to take part in any of these activities.

Location

  • Bus Service: 67, 67A, 8, 8A
  • Buses run every 15 minutes to the town centre
  • Bus stop is directly outside Plum Hall
  • Superstore just opposite the scheme
  • Doctor's surgery nearby
  • Close to Abbeyfields
  • Choice of two local pubs
  • Post Office just a 5 minute walk away
  • Several places of worship within easy reach

Rent and Service Charges

The rent will vary depending upon the size of property you are offered. The total weekly rent at Plum Hall includes a service charge element as well as charges for gas, electricity, water rates, the services of the Scheme Manager and Helpline. You will be individually responsible for your council tax, house insurance and telephone bill.

If you are on a low income you may be entitled to help with your housing costs from Housing Benefit and a Supporting People Grant. You may also be entitled to other welfare benefits. For further information, please contact the Sheltered Housing Team on 01206 282508 or The Scheme Manager on 01206 282815 and quote reference “SHD1”

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