Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

PAXMAN AVENUE, CO2 9DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PAXMAN AVENUE, CO2 9DF.

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Population

278

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 48,300 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO2 9DF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

CO2 9DF is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 35 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO2 9DF is a safe, established residential area on Paxman Avenue, 0.3km from Shrub End in Colchester. Administratively it sits within Shrub End ward and the Colchester constituency.

For families considering a move, CO2 9DF represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 9DF are sourced from Output Area E00110287 (shared with 7 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 9DF. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 230,000

2 sales · Mean £ 230,000

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

Crime around CO2 9DF is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences81
Shoplifting44
Public order23
Other theft15
Vehicle crime15

school Local Schools

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Gosbecks Primary School

Good299 pupils0.1 km
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Paxman Academy

538 pupils0.3 km
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North East Essex Co-operative Academy

Good43 pupils0.4 km
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King's Ford Infant School and Nursery

Good169 pupils0.7 km
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Iceni Academy

Good195 pupils0.7 km
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Prettygate Infant School

Good156 pupils0.9 km
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Prettygate Junior School

Good259 pupils0.9 km
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St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester

Good288 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Crazy Chef1.0 km
  • John?s fish bar0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
  • Post Office Counters0.4 km
  • Co-operative Group0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Lifehouse0.6 km
  • Simply Simpson's0.7 km
  • Paxman Acadamy0.3 km
  • The Berechurch Arms0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Ancient Briton0.7 km
  • The Leather Bottle0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl Store0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Colchester Town3.2 km
  • Colchester3.5 km
  • Colchester Station3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Centurion Way0.0 km
  • Centurion Way0.0 km
  • Hazell Avenue0.1 km
  • Hazell Avenue0.1 km
  • Gosbecks Road0.2 km