Is CO16 0AL a safe place to live?

Yes, CO16 0AL 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 0AL?

The average property price in CO16 0AL is currently around £530k.

What is the population of CO16 0AL?

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

Postcode Analysis Tendring, East of England

CO16 0AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CO16 0AL.

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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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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

A sought-after, premium postcode. CO16 0AL's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £530k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

CO16 0AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km 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 0AL 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: Prices average £530k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO16 0AL 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 0AL. 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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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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Detached

£ 530,000

1 sales · Mean £ 530,000

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

CO16 0AL 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

Thorpe-Le-Soken3.0 km
Weeley3.3 km
Kirby Cross5.8 km