Is CO16 0AJ a safe place to live?

Yes, CO16 0AJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CO16 0AJ?

The average property price in CO16 0AJ is currently around £382k.

What is the population of CO16 0AJ?

The population for the CO16 0AJ area is approximately 346 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Tendring, East of England

THORPE ROAD, CO16 0AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORPE ROAD, CO16 0AJ.

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Population

346

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 40,700 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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10/10

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1/10

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5/10

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1/10

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6/10

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1/10

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9/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CO16 0AJ spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. £382k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO16 0AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Thorpe Road, 0.2km from Wasse's Corner in Tendring. Administratively it sits within Thorpe, Beaumont & Great Holland ward and the Clacton constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CO16, CO16 0AJ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £382k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO16 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00111605 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO16 0AJ. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 382,500

1 sales · Mean £ 382,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

CO16 0AJ has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Weeley3.0 km
Thorpe-Le-Soken3.2 km
Great Bentley5.8 km