CO6 1DQ is a safe, established residential area on Harvest Close, 0.6km from Marks Tey in Copford. Administratively it sits within Marks Tey and Layer ward and the Witham constituency.
For renters and young professionals, CO6 1DQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 50% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £439k.
Census 2021 statistics for CO6 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00110110 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARVEST CLOSE, CO6 1DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARVEST CLOSE, CO6 1DQ.
237
37
£ 53,100 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CO6 1DQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 48% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £439k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO6 1DQ. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 384,250
6 sales · Mean £ 406,916
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO6 1DQ has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Marks Tey
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- A Willsher and Son0.2 km
- Chateau Wines0.2 km
- Car Boot Site0.1 km
- Shell Service Station0.2 km
- Shell Doggetts Lane0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bungalow Diner0.4 km
- Fortune House0.1 km
- Jhaal0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Coggeshall Curry House0.6 km
- Sea Horse Fish Bar0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Marks Tey0.2 km
- Chappel & Wakes Colne5.5 km
- Kelvedon7.0 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.1 km
- Post Office0.2 km
- Railway Station0.2 km
- Railway Station0.2 km
- Station Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CO61DQ · Data under Open Government Licence