Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

HOLT DRIVE, CO2 0DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLT DRIVE, CO2 0DR.

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Population

237

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 42,600 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CO2 0DR's 52% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 11.2% year-on-year.

home £319,000 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO2 0DR is a safe, established residential area on Holt Drive, 0.5km from Blackheath in Berechurch. Administratively it sits within Berechurch ward and the Harwich and North Essex constituency.

The people who live in CO2 0DR are typical of an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £319k, down 11.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00110010 (shared with 10 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 0DR. The average age is 42.4. 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 Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed7.5%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 300,000

3 sales · Mean £ 271,000

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

CO2 0DR has low crime rates — 49 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 offences48
Criminal damage and arson12
Anti-social behaviour10
Public order7
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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Cherry Tree Academy

Good137 pupils0.1 km
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The Thomas Lord Audley School

Good841 pupils1.3 km
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Monkwick Infant and Nursery School

Good223 pupils1.4 km
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Monkwick Junior School

Good229 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • McColl's0.8 km
  • McColl's0.8 km
  • Hollies Bakery0.8 km
  • Kishor Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Harris Way Express0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Mogul0.5 km
  • Caffe Mero0.9 km
  • COFFEEHOG0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • China House0.6 km
  • Dilan Kebab & Burger House0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wivenhoe3.1 km
  • Colchester Town3.4 km
  • Hythe3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Cherry Tree0.2 km
  • Weir Lane0.2 km
  • The Cherry Tree0.2 km
  • Weir Lane0.2 km
  • Roman Hill House0.4 km