Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

BIRCH WAY, CO2 0NQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCH WAY, CO2 0NQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

293

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 54,400 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO2 0NQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CO2 0NQ spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

CO2 0NQ is a safe, established residential area on Birch Way, 0.4km from Birch Green in Layer Breton. Administratively it sits within Marks Tey and Layer ward and the Witham constituency.

For families considering a move, CO2 0NQ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 0NQ are sourced from Output Area E00109932 (shared with 11 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 0NQ. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.8%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed6.5%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

CO2 0NQ has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences8
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good143 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Hare And Hounds0.3 km
  • The Hare & Hounds0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Marks Tey5.6 km
  • Kelvedon8.1 km
  • Colchester Town8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Hare and Hounds0.1 km
  • Hare and Hounds0.1 km
  • Layer Breton Heath0.2 km
  • Mill Lane0.2 km
  • Mill Lane0.2 km