Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

CO5 0AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CO5 0AQ.

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Population

522

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
workEmployment
7/10
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5/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CO5 0AQ combines high owner-occupation (62%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

CO5 0AQ is a sought-after residential area located 0.8km from Tolleshunt Knights in Tiptree. Administratively it sits within Tiptree ward and the Witham constituency.

For serious buyers, CO5 0AQ is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 CO5 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00110349 (shared with 19 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 CO5 0AQ. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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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)

CO5 0AQ has low crime rates — 18 incidents 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 offences14
Public order7
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School

Good232 pupils0.8 km
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Tiptree Heath Primary School

Good192 pupils1.1 km
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Milldene Primary School

Good187 pupils1.3 km
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Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre

Requires Improvement1196 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Tiptree Community Fridge0.3 km
  • 7 Spices0.8 km
  • Tiptree Community Fridge0.3 km
  • Tiptree Spice0.3 km
  • Millins Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • New Wongs0.4 km
  • Spice Hut0.3 km
  • Bill's Plaice0.7 km
  • Chris's Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Gardenia0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • McColls0.8 km
  • G Millin and Sons0.5 km
  • Millins of Tiptree0.5 km
  • Millins of Tiptree Delicatessen0.5 km
  • Osborne's0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • New Times0.8 km
  • Tiptree Press Club0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kelvedon5.3 km
  • Witham7.7 km
  • Marks Tey8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Honey Lane0.3 km
  • Station Road0.3 km
  • Anchor Road0.3 km
  • Station Road0.4 km
  • Anchor Road0.4 km