Is CO2 0PD a safe place to live?

Yes, CO2 0PD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CO2 0PD?

The population for the CO2 0PD area is approximately 297 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

CO2 0PD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CO2 0PD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

297

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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10/10

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1/10

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6/10

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4/10

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6/10

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2/10

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4/10

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2/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CO2 0PD's 54% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

CO2 0PD is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Whitehorse (Plantation) in Colchester. Administratively it sits within Marks Tey and Layer ward and the Witham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 54% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 0PD are sourced from Output Area E00109934 (shared with 26 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 0PD. 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 / British99.3%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

CO2 0PD has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good143 pupils0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Marks Tey4.0 km
Colchester Town7.1 km
Colchester7.4 km

Bus Stops

Birch Road0.1 km
Birch Road0.1 km
Garage0.4 km