Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

SCHOOL ROAD, CO6 1BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL ROAD, CO6 1BX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

431

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 53,100 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO6 1BX 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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9/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CO6 1BX's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £498k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. 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

CO6 1BX is a sought-after residential area on School Road, 0.6km from Copford Green in Copford. Administratively it sits within Marks Tey and Layer ward and the Witham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CO6, CO6 1BX offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £498k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO6 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00109994 (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 CO6 1BX. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.7%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 422,500

6 sales · Mean £ 422,083

Detached

£ 580,000

4 sales · Mean £ 602,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

CO6 1BX has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good209 pupils0.0 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Bungalow Diner1.0 km
  • Love Local Essex & Suffolk0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • MollyMoosChews0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Alma0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Marks Tey1.3 km
  • Chappel & Wakes Colne6.3 km
  • Colchester Station7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • C of E Primary School0.1 km
  • C of E Primary School0.1 km
  • Allendale Drive0.3 km
  • Allendale Drive0.3 km