Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

PAXMAN AVENUE, CO2 9DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PAXMAN AVENUE, CO2 9DD.

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Population

258

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 48,300 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO2 9DD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British89.7%
Asian / British Asian5.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences119
Shoplifting47
Public order28
Other theft19
Vehicle crime18

school Local Schools

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Paxman Academy

538 pupils0.1 km
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Gosbecks Primary School

Good299 pupils0.2 km
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North East Essex Co-operative Academy

Good43 pupils0.3 km
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King's Ford Infant School and Nursery

Good169 pupils0.6 km
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Iceni Academy

Good195 pupils0.6 km
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Prettygate Infant School

Good156 pupils0.8 km
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Prettygate Junior School

Good259 pupils0.8 km
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St Michael's Primary School and Nursery, Colchester

Good288 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Crazy Chef0.9 km
  • John?s fish bar0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Coffeehog1.0 km
  • Lifehouse0.6 km
  • Simply Simpson's0.6 km
  • Paxman Acadamy0.1 km
  • The Berechurch Arms0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Ancient Briton0.5 km
  • The Leather Bottle0.4 km
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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