CO2 9DD is a mixed residential area on Paxman Avenue, 0.2km from Shrub End in Colchester. Administratively it sits within Shrub End ward and the Colchester constituency.
For families considering a move, CO2 9DD represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £239k.
Census 2021 statistics for CO2 9DD are sourced from Output Area E00110285 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PAXMAN AVENUE, CO2 9DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PAXMAN AVENUE, CO2 9DD.
258
42
£ 48,300 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO2 9DD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
CO2 9DD is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO2 9DD. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 235,000
3 sales · Mean £ 216,665
Semi-Detached
£ 248,000
1 sales · Mean £ 248,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CO2 9DD is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Paxman Academy
Gosbecks Primary School
North East Essex Co-operative Academy
King's Ford Infant School and Nursery
Iceni Academy
Prettygate Infant School
Prettygate Junior School
St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- All Care Plus Ltd1.0 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- Post Office Counters0.3 km
- Co-operative Group0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Crazy Chef0.9 km
- John?s fish bar0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Coffeehog1.0 km
- Lifehouse0.6 km
- Simply Simpson's0.6 km
- Paxman Acadamy0.1 km
- The Berechurch Arms0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Ancient Briton0.5 km
- The Leather Bottle0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- East of England Co-op1.0 km
- Lidl Store0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Colchester Town3.0 km
- Colchester3.3 km
- Colchester Station3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Hazell Avenue0.1 km
- Hazell Avenue0.1 km
- Paxman Avenue0.1 km
- Paxman Avenue0.1 km
- Alderman Blaxhill School0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CO29DD · Data under Open Government Licence