Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

ARROW ROAD, CO4 3TA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARROW ROAD, CO4 3TA.

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Population

459

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 33,900 /yr

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Employed

13%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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2/10
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1/10
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1/10
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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British60.0%
Asian / British Asian13.8%
Black / African / Caribbean22.2%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

13%Active
FT: 7%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences281
Anti-social behaviour52
Criminal damage and arson48
Vehicle crime35
Public order28

school Local Schools

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Unity Primary Academy

Good349 pupils0.5 km
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Hazelmere Junior School

Good220 pupils0.7 km
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Hazelmere Infant School and Nursery

Good192 pupils0.7 km
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Colchester Academy

Good869 pupils0.8 km
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Roach Vale Primary School

Good194 pupils1.2 km
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Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good192 pupils1.3 km
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Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery

Good181 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Energyze Cafe1.0 km
  • Energyze Kitchen1.0 km
  • Greenstead Breakfast Club0.5 km
  • Savills Catering0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Greenstead Foodbank0.5 km
  • Martins0.5 km
  • Mini Store1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Greenstead Association Social Club0.5 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • One Stop0.3 km
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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