CO15 1BP is a safe, established residential area on Portsmouth Road, 0.7km from Alton Park in Clacton-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within St James ward and the Clacton constituency.
For families considering a move, CO15 1BP represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £257k, up 47.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CO15 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00111954 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PORTSMOUTH ROAD, CO15 1BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTSMOUTH ROAD, CO15 1BP.
283
38
£ 33,700 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO15 1BP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
CO15 1BP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 38, 74% 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. Property prices are trending up 47.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO15 1BP. The average age is 37.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 262,500
8 sales · Mean £ 263,625
Semi-Detached
£ 209,000
7 sales · Mean £ 203,357
Terraced
£ 187,500
4 sales · Mean £ 181,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO15 1BP has low crime rates — 28 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
Alton Park Junior School
Oakwood Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Body and Soul Food0.3 km
- Freeland Stores0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Clacton On Sea Bowling Club0.3 km
- Toby Carvery0.2 km
- Westcliff Theatre0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Kiosk 30.4 km
- The Terrace0.4 km
- Greensward Cafe0.3 km
- Nineteenth Catering at Clacton Golf Club0.3 km
- Tee Time Catering & Events Ltd0.3 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Makai Beach Cafe \& Bar, Kiosk 50.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Beam Guest House0.6 km
- Cabana Guest House0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Clacton-On-Sea1.7 km
- Thorpe-Le-Soken7.5 km
- Weeley8.0 km
Bus Stops
- Queens Road0.1 km
- Queens Road0.1 km
- Coan Avenue0.2 km
- Cherry Tree Avenue0.2 km
- Cherry Tree Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CO151BP · Data under Open Government Licence