Is CO2 8LW a safe place to live?

CO2 8LW has a moderate crime rate of 53 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is typical for this type of area in Colchester.

How much do houses cost in CO2 8LW?

The average property price in CO2 8LW is currently around £294k.

What is the population of CO2 8LW?

The population for the CO2 8LW area is approximately 331 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

BARDFIELD ROAD, CO2 8LW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARDFIELD ROAD, CO2 8LW.

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

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Population

331

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /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: CO2 8LW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10

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7/10

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5/10

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3/10

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4/10

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3/10

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9/10

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6/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 41, CO2 8LW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 8LW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bardfield Road, 0.2km from Berechurch in Berechurch. Administratively it sits within Berechurch ward and the Colchester constituency.

For families considering a move, CO2 8LW represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £294k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 8LW are sourced from Output Area E00109921 (shared with 7 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 8LW. 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 / British91.5%

Asian / British Asian3.3%

Black / African / Caribbean2.1%

Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 3%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 253,000

5 sales · Mean £ 248,756

Terraced

£ 223,000

1 sales · Mean £ 223,000

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

Crime around CO2 8LW is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences163

Anti-social behaviour29

Criminal damage and arson27

Public order25

Vehicle crime20

school Local Schools

The Thomas Lord Audley School

Good841 pupils0.6 km

Cherry Tree Academy

Good137 pupils0.6 km

Monkwick Infant and Nursery School

Good223 pupils0.8 km

Monkwick Junior School

Good229 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

McColl's0.2 km
McColl's0.3 km
Hollies Bakery0.3 km
Kishor Convenience Store0.2 km
Harris Way Express0.3 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Silver Oyster0.9 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

The Mogul0.2 km
Caffe Mero0.3 km
COFFEEHOG0.3 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

China House0.2 km
Dilan Kebab & Burger House0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Colchester Town2.8 km
Hythe3.1 km
Colchester3.4 km

Bus Stops

Bardfield Road0.1 km
Bardfield Road0.1 km
Wethersfield Road0.1 km
Wethersfield Rd0.1 km
Berechurch Hall Road0.2 km