CO4 3TA is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Arrow Road, 0.3km from Greenstead in Colchester. Administratively it sits within Greenstead ward and the Colchester constituency.
For renters and young professionals, CO4 3TA offers a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Colchester.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 96 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £255k.
Census 2021 statistics for CO4 3TA are sourced from Output Area E00110216 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ARROW ROAD, CO4 3TA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARROW ROAD, CO4 3TA.
459
27
£ 33,900 /yr
13%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO4 3TA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CO4 3TA is a student and graduate zone — average age 27, 48% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Moderate crime and budget prices fit the student postcode profile well.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO4 3TA. The average age is 27.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 230,000
5 sales · Mean £ 227,100
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CO4 3TA is above average at 96 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.
school Local Schools
Unity Primary Academy
Hazelmere Junior School
Hazelmere Infant School and Nursery
Colchester Academy
Roach Vale Primary School
Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Energyze Cafe1.0 km
- Energyze Kitchen1.0 km
- Greenstead Breakfast Club0.5 km
- Savills Catering0.5 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Greenstead Foodbank0.5 km
- Martins0.5 km
- Mini Store1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Greenstead Association Social Club0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
- One Stop0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- China Garden1.0 km
- Taste of India / Kebab Express0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hythe1.1 km
- Colchester Town2.6 km
- Colchester2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Ferdinand Walk0.1 km
- Magnolia Drive0.1 km
- Magnolia Drive0.1 km
- University Residences0.1 km
- DaRT Greenstead0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CO43TA · Data under Open Government Licence