Is CO5 0DS a safe place to live?

Yes, CO5 0DS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CO5 0DS?

The average property price in CO5 0DS is currently around £281k.

What is the population of CO5 0DS?

The population for the CO5 0DS area is approximately 267 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

HEYCROFT WAY, CO5 0DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEYCROFT WAY, CO5 0DS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

267

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10

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7/10

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3/10

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5/10

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1/10

paymentsAffluence

4/10

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1/10

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10/10

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5/10

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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 88% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, CO5 0DS is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 7.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CO5 0DS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Heycroft Way, 0.5km from Tiptree in Tiptree. Administratively it sits within Tiptree ward and the Witham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £281k, down 7.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CO5 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00110355 (shared with 7 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 CO5 0DS. The average age is 56.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

37%Active

FT: 24%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 271,250

4 sales · Mean £ 282,125

Terraced

£ 267,500

3 sales · Mean £ 280,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CO5 0DS has low crime rates — 14 incidents 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 offences34

Anti-social behaviour6

Public order6

Other theft6

Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

Milldene Primary School

Good187 pupils0.3 km

St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School

Good232 pupils0.3 km

Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre

Requires Improvement1196 pupils0.6 km

Baynards Primary School

Good98 pupils0.9 km

Tiptree Heath Primary School

Good192 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby

McColls0.3 km
G Millin and Sons0.6 km
Millins of Tiptree0.6 km
Millins of Tiptree Delicatessen0.5 km
Osborne's0.8 km
+ 1 more

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Tiptree Press Club0.3 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby

Bespoke Bouqcakes0.8 km
Millins Coffee Shop0.5 km
Oasis Cafe0.7 km
The Exchange0.3 km
Tiptree Community Fridge0.8 km
+ 2 more

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Supermarkets