Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

HEREFORD ROAD, CO1 2RE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEREFORD ROAD, CO1 2RE.

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

302

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

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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5/10
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8/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CO1 2RE spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

home £232,500 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO1 2RE is a safe, established residential area on Hereford Road, 0.9km from Colchester in Colchester. Administratively it sits within Castle ward and the Colchester constituency.

For families considering a move, CO1 2RE represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £232k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO1 2RE are sourced from Output Area E00109950 (shared with 9 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 CO1 2RE. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British70.7%
Asian / British Asian17.1%
Black / African / Caribbean3.6%
Other / Mixed8.6%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
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

Terraced

£ 290,000

1 sales · Mean £ 290,000

Semi-Detached

£ 175,000

1 sales · Mean £ 175,000

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

CO1 2RE has low crime rates — 48 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 offences102
Anti-social behaviour18
Vehicle crime16
Other theft14
Criminal damage and arson12

school Local Schools

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St James' Church of England Primary School

Good447 pupils0.1 km
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St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester

Outstanding208 pupils0.5 km
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St John's Green Primary School

Good628 pupils1.1 km
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Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery

Good181 pupils1.1 km
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North Primary School and Nursery

Good451 pupils1.2 km
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St. George's School

Good598 pupils1.4 km
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Friars Grove Primary School

Good408 pupils1.5 km
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St Helena School

Good990 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

62 nearby
  • Big Up Off Licence0.6 km
  • Foodbank Colchester0.7 km
  • Gye Nyame Plaza1.0 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.5 km
  • The Beer Tent0.9 km
  • + 57 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

120 nearby
  • 3amigos0.8 km
  • Charlie's Bar0.5 km
  • Brunch1.0 km
  • Fenwick Staff Restaurant1.0 km
  • Harpers Caffe1.0 km
  • + 115 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

43 nearby
  • Beijing Cantonese Take Away0.7 km
  • Happy Wok0.5 km
  • Indian Khana0.8 km
  • New Town Pizza0.8 km
  • Noodle Express0.9 km
  • + 38 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

19 nearby
  • Ye Olde Marquis1.0 km
  • The Foresters Arms0.3 km
  • The Camulodunum1.0 km
  • The Purple Dog0.9 km
  • Goat & Boot0.3 km
  • + 14 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • YMCA Essex0.8 km
  • YMCA Essex0.8 km
  • The Red Lion Hotel0.8 km
  • George Hotel0.7 km
  • Red Lion Hotel0.8 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Aldi Supermarket0.8 km
  • East of England Co-op1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Colchester0.6 km
  • Colchester Town0.8 km
  • Hythe1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • The Surgery0.3 km
  • The Surgery0.3 km
  • Brook Street0.3 km
  • Coach Stop0.4 km
  • Coach Stop0.4 km