CO2 0AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Gosfield Road, 0.2km from Berechurch in Berechurch. Administratively it sits within Berechurch ward and the Colchester constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £247k, down 15.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CO2 0AS are sourced from Output Area E00109928 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOSFIELD ROAD, CO2 0AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOSFIELD ROAD, CO2 0AS.
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 0AS — age 50, 88% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £247k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 15.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO2 0AS. 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
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
Terraced
£ 280,000
1 sales · Mean £ 280,000
Semi-Detached
£ 231,000
6 sales · Mean £ 246,666
Flat
£ 128,000
2 sales · Mean £ 128,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO2 0AS has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. 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's0.3 km
- McColl's0.4 km
- Hollies Bakery0.4 km
- Kishor Convenience Store0.1 km
- Harris Way Express0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Mogul0.1 km
- Caffe Mero0.4 km
- COFFEEHOG0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- China House0.1 km
- Dilan Kebab & Burger House0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Colchester Town3.0 km
- Hythe3.2 km
- Wivenhoe3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Gosfield Road0.0 km
- Gosfield Rd0.0 km
- Baptist Church0.1 km
- Wethersfield Road0.2 km
- Wethersfield Rd0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CO20AS · Data under Open Government Licence