Barnfield is in Manningtree and in Tendring district. CO11 2AB is located in the Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harwich and North Essex. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barnfield, Manningtree, CO11 2AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO11 2AD, CO11 2AA, CO11 2AF, CO11 2FD, CO11 2AP, CO11 1BS, CO11 2HL, CO11 1BT, CO11 2AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO11 2AB has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.1% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 58.1% | 6.3% | 51.0% | 7.1% |
| Male | 48.2% | 41.9% | -6.3% | 49.0% | -7.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.1% | 22.3% | -8.8% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 48.3% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 10.3% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 17% | 8.2% | 6.1% | 10.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.4% | 38.6% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 32.2% | -8.2% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 17.2% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 6.6% | 3.9% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 5.4% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 4.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 19% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 7.3% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.3% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 3.7% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 12.7% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 39% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 3.9% | 4% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.5% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 97% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 97% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barnfield was 13.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.4% lower than the Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barnfield has the 5th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Lawford, Manningtree & Mistley and the 37th lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Dykes Barnfield, Manningtree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2025-03-27 | £302,801 |
| 1 Belmont Villa Barnfield, Manningtree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2018-08-17 | £273,174 |
| Green Dykes Barnfield, Manningtree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2018-04-13 | £288,586 |
| Green Dykes Barnfield, Manningtree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2011-07-11 | £284,234 |
| Appletree House Barnfield, Manningtree, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2010-04-09 | £297,016 |
CO11 2AB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CO11 2AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 128 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields Primary School Colchester Road , Lawford CO11 2BN | 4out of 4 | 576 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawford Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Long Road , Lawford CO11 2EF | 4out of 4 | 1,352 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mistley Norman Church of England Primary School Remercie Road , Mistley CO11 1LS | 2out of 4 | 1,916 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooklands Primary School Palfrey Heights , Brantham CO11 1RX | 4out of 4 | 2,336 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradfield Primary School Heath Road , Bradfield CO11 2UZ | 3out of 4 | 4,102 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manningtree High School Colchester Road , Lawford CO11 2BW | 3out of 4 | 687 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Bergholt High School Heath Road , East Bergholt CO7 6RJ | 3out of 4 | 5,134 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRALA ONE LTD | 14 Brook Street, Manningtree | 210 yd | |
| Select Catering | Mistley Masonic Hall, South Street | 315 yd | |
| Maiz Cafe | 7 South Street, Manningtree | 392 yd | |
| Seven South Street | 7 South Street, Manningtree | 392 yd | |
| Manningtree Arts Ltd | 19 High Street, Manningtree | 416 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown | 51 High Street, Manningtree | 414 yd | |
| Stour Sailing Club | 10 Quay Street, Manningtree | 436 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pizza Place | 42 South Street, Manningtree | 304 yd | |
| Dragon House | 24-26 South Street, Manningtree | 315 yd | |
| Whistles Bakery | 2 Stour Street, Manningtree | 357 yd | |
| Chilvers Fish Shop | 5 High Street, Manningtree | 428 yd | |
| SAR LA THAI | 8 Station Road, Manningtree | 518 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 32-34 High Street, Manningtree | 380 yd | |
| East of England Co-op | Fiveways Superstore, Riverside Avenue East | 597 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mistley Cricket Club MISTLEY CRICKET CLUB MISTLEY CRICKET CLUB NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 600 yd |
| Manningtree High School COLCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 806 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 56.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.