Is CO5 0DF a safe place to live?

Yes, CO5 0DF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CO5 0DF?

The average property price in CO5 0DF is currently around £775k.

What is the population of CO5 0DF?

The population for the CO5 0DF area is approximately 463 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

WOOD VIEW, CO5 0DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD VIEW, CO5 0DF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

463

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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10/10

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2/10

workEmployment

6/10

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3/10

paymentsAffluence

6/10

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1/10

homeHome Ownership

9/10

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5/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CO5 0DF combines high owner-occupation (91%), strong property values (£775k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £775k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO5 0DF is a safe, established residential area on Wood View, 0.8km from Tolleshunt Knights in Tiptree. Administratively it sits within Tiptree ward and the Witham constituency.

For serious buyers, CO5 0DF is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 91% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £775k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO5 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00110341 (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 CO5 0DF. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%

Asian / British Asian0.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.9%

Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 31%

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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 600,000

2 sales · Mean £ 600,000

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

CO5 0DF has low crime rates — 14 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 offences22

Public order9

Shoplifting4

Vehicle crime3

Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School

Good232 pupils0.7 km

Milldene Primary School

Good187 pupils1.1 km

Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre

Requires Improvement1196 pupils1.3 km

Tiptree Heath Primary School

Good192 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

McColls0.7 km
G Millin and Sons0.5 km
Millins of Tiptree0.5 km
Millins of Tiptree Delicatessen0.5 km
Osborne's0.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Tiptree Press Club0.7 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby

Millins Coffee Shop0.5 km
Oasis Cafe0.4 km
The Exchange0.7 km
Tiptree Community Fridge0.5 km
Tiptree Community Fridge0.5 km
+ 1 more

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Supermarkets