Is CO6 1DS a safe place to live?

Yes, CO6 1DS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CO6 1DS?

The average property price in CO6 1DS is currently around £510k.

What is the population of CO6 1DS?

The population for the CO6 1DS area is approximately 267 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Colchester, East of England

CO6 1DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CO6 1DS.

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Population

267

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 53,100 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO6 1DS 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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8/10

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6/10

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4/10

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9/10

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4/10

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8/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CO6 1DS's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £510k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £510k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

CO6 1DS is a sought-after residential area located 0.8km from Heckfordbridge in Colchester. Administratively it sits within Marks Tey and Layer ward and the Witham constituency.

For serious buyers, CO6 1DS is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £510k.

Census 2021 statistics for CO6 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00109995 (shared with 10 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 1DS. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.1%

Asian / British Asian1.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.7%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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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

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£ 510,000

1 sales · Mean £ 510,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

CO6 1DS has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good209 pupils1.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Marks Tey2.8 km
Colchester Town6.6 km
Colchester Station6.8 km