Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

MILL ROAD, CO4 5GG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILL ROAD, CO4 5GG.

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Population

324

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 49,200 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO4 5GG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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7/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CO4 5GG combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£450k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 5.5% year-on-year.

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

CO4 5GG is a sought-after residential area on Mill Road in Colchester. Administratively it sits within Highwoods ward and the Colchester constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CO4, CO4 5GG offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £450k, down 5.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for CO4 5GG are sourced from Output Area E00176411 (shared with 8 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 CO4 5GG. The average age is 35.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.4%
Asian / British Asian8.5%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 420,000

11 sales · Mean £ 413,136

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

CO4 5GG has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences54
Criminal damage and arson20
Public order18
Vehicle crime13
Anti-social behaviour10

school Local Schools

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The Trinity School

123 pupils0.6 km
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The Gilberd School

Outstanding1573 pupils0.6 km
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Brinkley Grove Primary School

Good405 pupils0.7 km
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Camulos Academy

Good409 pupils1.1 km
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Highwoods Community Primary School

Good427 pupils1.2 km
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The St Aubyn Centre Education Department

Outstanding0 pupils1.5 km
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St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Colchester

Good212 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Elior (at Linklaters)0.4 km
  • Mimosa0.6 km
  • Sarah's Coffee Shop0.6 km
  • K?s Kitchen0.3 km
  • Marel Ltd1.0 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Colchester Station2.8 km
  • Colchester3.5 km
  • Colchester Town4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Julian Avenue0.0 km
  • Julian Avenue0.1 km
  • Matchett Drive0.1 km
  • Inspiration Ave0.2 km
  • Caracalla Way0.2 km