CO15 1BN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on West Road, 0.7km from Alton Park in Clacton-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within St James ward and the Clacton constituency.
For families considering a move, CO15 1BN represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 55 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £395k, up 14.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CO15 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00111966 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST ROAD, CO15 1BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST ROAD, CO15 1BN.
219
55
£ 33,700 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO15 1BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CO15 1BN spans multiple life stages — average age 55, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 14.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO15 1BN. The average age is 55.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 369,500
4 sales · Mean £ 358,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO15 1BN has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Alton Park Junior School
Oakwood Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Body and Soul Food0.4 km
- B & M Retail Ltd0.9 km
- KLM CONVENIENCE STORE1.0 km
- Freeland Stores0.6 km
- Clacton Ice Cream (2015) Ltd1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Clacton On Sea Bowling Club0.2 km
- Toby Carvery0.2 km
- Tendring Division Sport Club Police Bar0.9 km
- Tom Peppers and Wahoo1.0 km
- Westcliff Theatre0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Kiosk 30.3 km
- The Terrace0.3 km
- Greensward Cafe0.2 km
- Nineteenth Catering at Clacton Golf Club0.5 km
- Tee Time Catering & Events Ltd0.5 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Makai Beach Cafe \& Bar, Kiosk 50.3 km
- Efes Doner1.0 km
- Papa John1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- Travelodge1.0 km
- Beam Guest House0.4 km
- Cabana Guest House0.2 km
- Le Vere House0.9 km
- The Chudleigh (Bed & Breakfast)0.9 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- Morrisons0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Clacton-On-Sea1.5 km
- Thorpe-Le-Soken7.3 km
- Weeley7.9 km
Bus Stops
- Coan Avenue0.1 km
- Queens Road0.1 km
- Martello Inn0.2 km
- Queens Road0.2 km
- Martello Inn0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CO151BN · Data under Open Government Licence