CO4 5LT is an active urban area on Rudkin Road, 1.4km from Myland Hall Chase in Colchester. Administratively it sits within Mile End ward and the Colchester constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 112 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £363k, up 3.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CO4 5LT are sourced from Output Area E00110125 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUDKIN ROAD, CO4 5LT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUDKIN ROAD, CO4 5LT.
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36
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO4 5LT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 36, CO4 5LT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £363k. Property prices are trending up 3.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO4 5LT. The average age is 35.8. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 350,000
5 sales · Mean £ 319,200
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CO4 5LT is above average at 112 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Camulos Academy
The St Aubyn Centre Education Department
Myland Community Primary School
The Trinity School
The Gilberd School
Queen Boudica Primary School
Brinkley Grove Primary School
Highwoods Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- League of Friends0.7 km
- M K Stores0.3 km
- 4 Tk Gaming0.9 km
- Press Coffee0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Five Guys0.4 km
- K?s Kitchen0.9 km
- Dog & Pheasant0.9 km
- League of Friends0.3 km
- K?s Kitchen0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Myland Fisheries0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op Daily0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Colchester Station1.8 km
- Colchester2.6 km
- Colchester Town3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Bedford Road0.1 km
- Bedford Road0.2 km
- Thornwood0.2 km
- Thornwood0.2 km
- Beaumont Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CO45LT · Data under Open Government Licence