Is CO2 0BB a safe place to live?

Yes, CO2 0BB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 48 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CO2 0BB?

The average property price in CO2 0BB is currently around £219k.

What is the population of CO2 0BB?

The population for the CO2 0BB area is approximately 323 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

WETHERSFIELD ROAD, CO2 0BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WETHERSFIELD ROAD, CO2 0BB.

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

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Population

323

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CO2 0BB 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.

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5/10

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5/10

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2/10

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3/10

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6/10

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3/10

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7/10

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6/10

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8/10

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Area Character

CO2 0BB is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO2 0BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wethersfield Road, 0.2km from Berechurch in Berechurch. Administratively it sits within Berechurch ward and the Colchester constituency.

For families considering a move, CO2 0BB represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 67% 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 £219k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 0BB are sourced from Output Area E00109924 (shared with 14 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 CO2 0BB. The average age is 40.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.8%

Asian / British Asian1.5%

Black / African / Caribbean3.1%

Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 4%

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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 217,000

3 sales · Mean £ 223,500

Flat

£ 175,000

3 sales · Mean £ 145,000

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

CO2 0BB has low crime rates — 48 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.

Violence and sexual offences138

Criminal damage and arson23

Public order22

Anti-social behaviour19

Vehicle crime12

school Local Schools

Cherry Tree Academy

Good137 pupils0.4 km

The Thomas Lord Audley School

Good841 pupils0.8 km

Monkwick Infant and Nursery School

Good223 pupils1.0 km

Monkwick Junior School

Good229 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

McColl's0.3 km
McColl's0.4 km
Hollies Bakery0.4 km
Kishor Convenience Store0.0 km
Harris Way Express0.4 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

The Mogul0.0 km
Caffe Mero0.5 km
COFFEEHOG0.4 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

China House0.0 km
Dilan Kebab & Burger House0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Colchester Town3.0 km
Hythe3.2 km
Wivenhoe3.4 km

Bus Stops

Gosfield Road0.1 km
Gosfield Rd0.1 km
Wethersfield Rd0.1 km
Wethersfield Road0.1 km
Baptist Church0.2 km