CO13 0BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Walden Way, 1.0km from Frinton-on-Sea in Frinton-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Frinton ward and the Clacton constituency.
For serious buyers, CO13 0BQ is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Average age 63 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £323k, down 14.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CO13 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00111724 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WALDEN WAY, CO13 0BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALDEN WAY, CO13 0BQ.
219
63
£ 38,200 /yr
23%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO13 0BQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 87% owner-occupation and an average age of 63, CO13 0BQ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £323k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 14.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO13 0BQ. The average age is 62.9. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 322,500
9 sales · Mean £ 318,383
Semi-Detached
£ 267,000
6 sales · Mean £ 264,832
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO13 0BQ has low crime rates — 12 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.
school Local Schools
Tendring Technology College
Frinton-on-Sea Primary School
Hamford Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Cake Kitchen0.9 km
- Candy Cake0.9 km
- D And A Health And Pet Foods0.7 km
- Holland and Barrett0.9 km
- Lilley's Bakery0.7 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Lock and Barrel0.8 km
- The Essex Skipper0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Arnies Bar Ltd0.9 km
- Avenue Bistro0.5 km
- Barhams1.0 km
- Bird & Bean0.7 km
- BIRD & BEAN0.8 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- East of England Co-op0.7 km
- Frinton Co-op Supermarket0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Pier One1.0 km
- Pop-Ins0.7 km
- Youngs Other Plaice0.7 km
- Bindy's Breakaway Childrens Charity0.6 km
- Bird Box0.4 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Frinton-On-Sea0.5 km
- Walton-On-The-Naze1.5 km
- Kirby Cross2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Walden Way0.1 km
- Walton Road Playing Fields0.2 km
- Walden Way0.2 km
- Walton Road Playing Fields0.3 km
- The Oaks0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CO130BQ · Data under Open Government Licence