Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

CLARKESMEAD, CO5 0BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLARKESMEAD, CO5 0BX.

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Population

393

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CO5 0BX combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£560k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £560k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 27.7% year-on-year.

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

CO5 0BX is a sought-after residential area on Clarkesmead, 0.7km from Tiptree Heath in Tiptree. Administratively it sits within Tiptree ward and the Witham constituency.

For serious buyers, CO5 0BX is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 83% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £560k, down 27.7% 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 CO5 0BX are sourced from Output Area E00110344 (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 CO5 0BX. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 555,000

4 sales · Mean £ 557,500

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

CO5 0BX has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order4
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School

Good232 pupils0.5 km
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Tiptree Heath Primary School

Good192 pupils0.7 km
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Milldene Primary School

Good187 pupils0.9 km
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Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre

Requires Improvement1196 pupils1.1 km
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Baynards Primary School

Good98 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • McColls0.5 km
  • G Millin and Sons0.5 km
  • Millins of Tiptree0.5 km
  • Millins of Tiptree Delicatessen0.5 km
  • Osborne's0.7 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • New Times0.3 km
  • Tiptree Press Club0.5 km
  • The Ship0.8 km
  • The Ship Inn0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Bespoke Bouqcakes0.4 km
  • Millins Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • Oasis Cafe0.6 km
  • The Exchange0.5 km
  • Tiptree Community Fridge0.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • ASDA Tiptree0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Bill's Plaice0.4 km
  • Chris's Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Gardenia0.5 km
  • Tiptree Bar B Q House0.5 km
  • New Wongs0.6 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kelvedon4.5 km
  • Witham7.1 km
  • Marks Tey8.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Brook Meadows0.1 km
  • Spring Road0.2 km
  • The New Times0.3 km
  • The New Times0.3 km
  • Ransom Road0.4 km