Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

ARAKAN CLOSE, CO2 9RD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARAKAN CLOSE, CO2 9RD.

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Population

444

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Avg Age

38

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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 9RD 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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10/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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8/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

CO2 9RD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 38, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

CO2 9RD is a safe, established residential area on Arakan Close, 1.1km from Shrub End in Colchester. Administratively it sits within Shrub End ward and the Colchester constituency.

For families considering a move, CO2 9RD represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £231k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 9RD are sourced from Output Area E00110302 (shared with 13 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 9RD. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.1%
Asian / British Asian9.0%
Black / African / Caribbean5.0%
Other / Mixed5.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 231,250

2 sales · Mean £ 231,250

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

CO2 9RD has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences66
Vehicle crime27
Burglary13
Other theft10
Anti-social behaviour8

school Local Schools

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St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester

Good288 pupils0.1 km
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Montgomery Junior School, Colchester

Good345 pupils0.6 km
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Montgomery Infant School and Nursery, Colchester

Outstanding294 pupils0.6 km
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King's Ford Infant School and Nursery

Good169 pupils0.8 km
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Iceni Academy

Good195 pupils0.8 km
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Paxman Academy

538 pupils0.9 km
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Gosbecks Primary School

Good299 pupils1.1 km
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North East Essex Co-operative Academy

Good43 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • KCR Candy0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Ancient Briton0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Sherpa Food0.8 km
  • Bannatyne Fitness Ltd0.7 km
  • Birch Grove Golf Club0.7 km
  • Paxman Acadamy0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Cost Cutter0.3 km
  • Lidl Store0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • John?s fish bar0.7 km
  • Space0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Colchester Town3.2 km
  • Colchester3.6 km
  • Colchester Station4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Kingsford Cross Roads0.2 km
  • Kingsford Cross Roads0.2 km
  • Catherine Hunt Way0.3 km
  • Catherine Hunt Way0.3 km
  • Lordswood Road0.3 km