Is CO2 8XQ a safe place to live?

CO2 8XQ has a moderate crime rate of 52 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is typical for this type of area in Colchester.

How much do houses cost in CO2 8XQ?

The average property price in CO2 8XQ is currently around £245k.

What is the population of CO2 8XQ?

The population for the CO2 8XQ area is approximately 570 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

RICHARD DAY WALK, CO2 8XQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHARD DAY WALK, CO2 8XQ.

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

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Population

570

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

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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3/10

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4/10

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4/10

workEmployment

3/10

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7/10

paymentsAffluence

4/10

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9/10

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2/10

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8/10

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Area Character

With 43% social renting, CO2 8XQ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

CO2 8XQ is a safe, established residential area on Richard Day Walk, 0.4km from Berechurch in Berechurch. Administratively it sits within Berechurch ward and the Colchester constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CO2 8XQ is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. With residents averaging 32 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £245k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO2 8XQ are sourced from Output Area E00109923 (shared with 13 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 8XQ. The average age is 31.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.0%

Asian / British Asian0.5%

Black / African / Caribbean7.7%

Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 4%

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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 160,000

9 sales · Mean £ 158,444

Semi-Detached

£ 317,500

6 sales · Mean £ 309,500

Detached

£ 332,500

2 sales · Mean £ 332,500

Terraced

£ 265,000

2 sales · Mean £ 265,000

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

Crime around CO2 8XQ is moderate at 52 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 offences167

Anti-social behaviour28

Criminal damage and arson26

Public order22

Vehicle crime18

school Local Schools

The Thomas Lord Audley School

Good841 pupils0.5 km

Monkwick Infant and Nursery School

Good223 pupils0.7 km

Monkwick Junior School

Good229 pupils0.7 km

Cherry Tree Academy

Good137 pupils0.8 km

Montgomery Junior School, Colchester

Good345 pupils1.5 km

Montgomery Infant School and Nursery, Colchester

Outstanding294 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

McColl's0.4 km
McColl's0.4 km
Hollies Bakery0.4 km
Kishor Convenience Store0.3 km
Harris Way Express0.1 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Silver Oyster0.9 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

The Mogul0.3 km
Caffe Mero0.4 km
COFFEEHOG0.1 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

China House0.3 km
Dilan Kebab & Burger House0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Colchester Town2.7 km
Hythe3.1 km
Colchester3.3 km

Bus Stops

John Mace Road0.2 km
Moy Road0.2 km
James Parnell Drive0.2 km
Moy Road0.2 km
Bardfield Road0.2 km