Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

WETHERSFIELD ROAD, CO2 0BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WETHERSFIELD ROAD, CO2 0BD.

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

323

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO2 0BD 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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5/10
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5/10
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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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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CO2 0BD's 67% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 2.4% year-on-year.

home £278,500 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO2 0BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wethersfield Road, 0.2km from Berechurch in Berechurch. Administratively it sits within Berechurch ward and the Colchester constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £278k, down 2.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 0BD are sourced from Output Area E00109924 (shared with 14 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 0BD. The average age is 40.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.8%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 270,000

7 sales · Mean £ 258,500

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

Crime around CO2 0BD is moderate at 51 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 offences146
Public order24
Criminal damage and arson22
Anti-social behaviour21
Vehicle crime12

school Local Schools

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Cherry Tree Academy

Good137 pupils0.5 km
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The Thomas Lord Audley School

Good841 pupils0.7 km
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Monkwick Infant and Nursery School

Good223 pupils0.9 km
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Monkwick Junior School

Good229 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

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

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Mogul0.1 km
  • Caffe Mero0.4 km
  • COFFEEHOG0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • China House0.1 km
  • Dilan Kebab & Burger House0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Colchester Town2.9 km
  • Hythe3.1 km
  • Wivenhoe3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Wethersfield Road0.0 km
  • Wethersfield Rd0.0 km
  • Bardfield Road0.1 km
  • Berechurch Hall Road0.1 km
  • Gosfield Road0.1 km