Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

FIRS ROAD, CO5 0BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIRS ROAD, CO5 0BA.

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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
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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 0BA combines high owner-occupation (62%), strong property values (£320k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

CO5 0BA is a sought-after residential area on Firs Road, 1.1km from Tiptree Heath in Tiptree. Administratively it sits within Tiptree ward and the Witham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CO5, CO5 0BA offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k. 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 0BA 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 0BA. 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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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 320,000

2 sales · Mean £ 320,000

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

CO5 0BA has low crime rates — 15 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 offences25
Public order8
Shoplifting4
Vehicle crime4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School

Good232 pupils0.6 km
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Tiptree Heath Primary School

Good192 pupils0.7 km
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Milldene Primary School

Good187 pupils1.2 km
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Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre

Requires Improvement1196 pupils1.4 km
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Baynards Primary School

Good98 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Ship0.9 km
  • The Ship Inn0.9 km
  • New Times0.4 km
  • Tiptree Press Club0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Tiptree Community Fridge0.3 km
  • 7 Spices0.4 km
  • Tiptree Community Fridge0.3 km
  • Tiptree Spice0.4 km
  • Bespoke Bouqcakes0.8 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

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

5 nearby
  • McColls0.6 km
  • G Millin and Sons0.4 km
  • Millins of Tiptree0.4 km
  • Millins of Tiptree Delicatessen0.4 km
  • Osborne's0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • ASDA Tiptree0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kelvedon4.9 km
  • Witham7.3 km
  • Marks Tey8.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Anchor Road0.1 km
  • Anchor Road0.2 km
  • The New Times0.2 km
  • The New Times0.3 km
  • Tesco0.4 km