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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.

Dutch Quarter

Dutch Quarter
Town Centre

Built in 1983 the Dutch Quarter sheltered scheme is a dispersed scheme and includes Maidenburgh Street, George Street, Williams Walk and Ryegate Road. Each flat is unique and the town centre location makes it very popular. The scheme is made up of a range of one and two-bedroom flats including a flat that is suitable for wheelchair users.

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Accommodation

  • Own front door with spy hole
  • Entrance hall
  • Ample storage space
  • Bedrooms in various sizes
  • Lounge
  • Compact kitchen
  • Bathroom with WC, wash hand basin and bath or shower
  • Full gas central heating
  • Window locks
  • Communal Facilities


The unique nature of the Dutch Quarter means there is no need for many of the communal facilities on offer at other schemes. However, there is a furnished guest flat if friends or relatives wish to stay and the Dutch Quarter parking scheme offers limited parking for tenants and their visitors.

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

  • Well served by public transport
  • A number of bus stops to various locations within 5-minute walk
  • Choice of doctors' surgeries nearby
  • Local chemist offers prescription delivery service
  • Short distance from Castle Park
  • Several places of worship within walking distance

Rent and Service Charges

The rent will vary depending upon the size of property you are offered. The total weekly rent at Dutch Quarter 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 763625 and quote reference “SHD1”

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