Is CO6 1AR a safe place to live?

Yes, CO6 1AR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CO6 1AR?

The population for the CO6 1AR area is approximately 265 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Braintree, East of England

COLNE ROAD, CO6 1AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLNE ROAD, CO6 1AR.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-09 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

265

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO6 1AR 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.

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8/10

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10/10

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3/10

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7/10

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2/10

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8/10

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1/10

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10/10

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3/10

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Area Character

CO6 1AR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

CO6 1AR is a sought-after residential area on Colne Road in Braintree. Administratively it sits within The Colnes ward and the Braintree constituency.

For families considering a move, CO6 1AR represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CO6 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00108759 (shared with 15 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 CO6 1AR. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 34%

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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

CO6 1AR has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson1

Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Chappel & Wakes Colne3.1 km
Marks Tey5.1 km
Bures7.6 km