Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

CO2 0BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CO2 0BG.

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Population

242

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 42,600 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
workEmployment
9/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates CO2 0BG — age 40, 76% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Young average age (40) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

CO2 0BG is a mixed residential area located 0.4km from Blackheath in Berechurch. Administratively it sits within Berechurch ward and the Harwich and North Essex constituency.

For families considering a move, CO2 0BG represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00110007 (shared with 9 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 0BG. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

Crime around CO2 0BG is moderate at 61 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.

Violence and sexual offences65
Anti-social behaviour13
Criminal damage and arson13
Public order13
Drugs10

school Local Schools

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Cherry Tree Academy

Good137 pupils0.0 km
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The Thomas Lord Audley School

Good841 pupils1.2 km
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Monkwick Infant and Nursery School

Good223 pupils1.4 km
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Monkwick Junior School

Good229 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • McColl's0.7 km
  • McColl's0.7 km
  • Hollies Bakery0.7 km
  • Kishor Convenience Store0.5 km
  • Harris Way Express0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Mogul0.5 km
  • Caffe Mero0.8 km
  • COFFEEHOG0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • China House0.5 km
  • Dilan Kebab & Burger House0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wivenhoe3.1 km
  • Colchester Town3.4 km
  • Hythe3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • The Cherry Tree0.1 km
  • The Cherry Tree0.1 km
  • Weir Lane0.2 km
  • Weir Lane0.3 km
  • Gosfield Rd0.4 km