A fieldwalking survey of 4ha. produced 313 finds (4,968g), including 88 struck flints (907g), concentrated in the southern and eastern half of the area. 58 burnt flints were collected (total weight 1,127g), concentrated in a NW-SE band across the centre of the survey area.

The Colchester Archaeological Trust undertook a watching brief of c.6.5ha. in three Areas (A, B, C) during infrastructure works for the University of Essex’s new research park, the ‘Knowledge Gateway’ during 2010-11. Area B, c.0.8ha. in area, was located principally to the south of Capon Road and west of Boundary Road.

Neolithic pottery, pit and possible ditch found whilst digging out an old drain.