Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

ALLENDALE DRIVE, CO6 1BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALLENDALE DRIVE, CO6 1BP.

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

431

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 53,100 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO6 1BP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CO6 1BP spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. £415k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 15.9% year-on-year.

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

CO6 1BP is a sought-after residential area on Allendale Drive, 0.2km from Copford in Copford. Administratively it sits within Marks Tey and Layer ward and the Witham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CO6, CO6 1BP offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £415k, up 15.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CO6 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00109994 (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 CO6 1BP. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.7%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 375,000

9 sales · Mean £ 347,500

Detached

£ 392,500

10 sales · Mean £ 409,550

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

CO6 1BP has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary4
Violence and sexual offences4
Vehicle crime3
Other theft1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good209 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Bungalow Diner0.8 km
  • Love Local Essex & Suffolk0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • MollyMoosChews0.4 km
  • Stanway Post Office0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Swan0.8 km
  • The Swan Inn0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Marks Tey1.2 km
  • Chappel & Wakes Colne5.8 km
  • Colchester Station6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Copford Lane0.2 km
  • Copford Lane0.2 km
  • Westbury Close0.3 km
  • Allendale Drive0.3 km
  • Allendale Drive0.3 km