Is CO2 0AY a safe place to live?

Yes, CO2 0AY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 46 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CO2 0AY?

The average property price in CO2 0AY is currently around £310k.

What is the population of CO2 0AY?

The population for the CO2 0AY area is approximately 327 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

FINCHINGFIELD WAY, CO2 0AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FINCHINGFIELD WAY, CO2 0AY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

327

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO2 0AY 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.

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4/10

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6/10

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2/10

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3/10

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6/10

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3/10

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7/10

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5/10

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5/10

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Area Character

CO2 0AY is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

CO2 0AY is a safe, established residential area on Finchingfield Way, 0.3km from Berechurch in Berechurch. Administratively it sits within Berechurch ward and the Colchester constituency.

For families considering a move, CO2 0AY represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £310k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00109927 (shared with 6 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 CO2 0AY. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.9%

Asian / British Asian2.8%

Black / African / Caribbean1.8%

Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 3%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 230,000

5 sales · Mean £ 236,600

Semi-Detached

£ 213,000

1 sales · Mean £ 213,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CO2 0AY has low crime rates — 46 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences124

Public order21

Criminal damage and arson20

Anti-social behaviour18

Vehicle crime13

school Local Schools

Cherry Tree Academy

Good137 pupils0.5 km

The Thomas Lord Audley School

Good841 pupils0.8 km

Monkwick Infant and Nursery School

Good223 pupils0.9 km

Monkwick Junior School

Good229 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

McColl's0.4 km
McColl's0.4 km
Hollies Bakery0.4 km
Kishor Convenience Store0.1 km
Harris Way Express0.3 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

The Mogul0.1 km
Caffe Mero0.5 km
COFFEEHOG0.3 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

China House0.1 km
Dilan Kebab & Burger House0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Colchester Town3.0 km
Hythe3.2 km
Wivenhoe3.5 km

Bus Stops

Wethersfield Rd0.1 km
Wethersfield Road0.1 km
Lethe Grove0.1 km
Gosfield Road0.2 km
Gosfield Rd0.2 km