CO2 0AN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hetherington Close, 0.3km from Berechurch in Berechurch. Administratively it sits within Berechurch ward and the Colchester constituency.
For serious buyers, CO2 0AN is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% 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 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £362k, up 46.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CO2 0AN are sourced from Output Area E00109928 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HETHERINGTON CLOSE, CO2 0AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HETHERINGTON CLOSE, CO2 0AN.
240
50
£ 44,400 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates CO2 0AN — age 50, 88% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £362k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 46.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO2 0AN. The average age is 50.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 362,500
3 sales · Mean £ 324,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO2 0AN has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cherry Tree Academy
The Thomas Lord Audley School
Monkwick Infant and Nursery School
Monkwick Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- McColl's0.4 km
- McColl's0.5 km
- Hollies Bakery0.5 km
- Kishor Convenience Store0.2 km
- Harris Way Express0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Mogul0.1 km
- Caffe Mero0.5 km
- COFFEEHOG0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- China House0.2 km
- Dilan Kebab & Burger House0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Colchester Town3.1 km
- Hythe3.2 km
- Wivenhoe3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Gosfield Rd0.1 km
- Gosfield Road0.1 km
- Baptist Church0.2 km
- Wethersfield Rd0.2 km
- Wethersfield Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CO20AN · Data under Open Government Licence