Norwood Way is in Walton On The Naze and in Tendring district. CO14 8NU is located in the Frinton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Norwood Way, Walton On The Naze, CO14 8NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO14 8NX, CO14 8SU, CO14 8NY, CO14 8UB, CO14 8UA, CO14 8UP, CO14 8NH, CO14 8SS, CO14 8NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO14 8NU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.5% | 50.4% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 44.5% | 49.6% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 21.2% | 23.1% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 51% | 2.5% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 10.2% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 20.3% | 14.1% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
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 (65.4%) 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 | 32.4% | 32.5% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -15.9% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 32.9% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 23.8% | 22.4% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 9.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 10.1% | 6.2% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
In the area around CO14 8NU this area, 38.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.8% | 38.7% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 20.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 16.2% | 3.8% | 9.6% | 6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 11.5% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 8.3% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 10.7% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 13% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -20.8% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.1% | 96% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 96.1% | 93.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.6% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 93.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.8% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 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 | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norwood Way was 99.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% higher than the Frinton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norwood Way has the 12th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Frinton and the 129th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Norwood Way, Walton On The Naze, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-05-20 | £296,056 |
| 30 Norwood Way, Walton On The Naze, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2020-09-09 | £266,580 |
| 44 Norwood Way, Walton On The Naze, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2015-02-06 | £272,949 |
| 41 Norwood Way, Walton On The Naze, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2014-09-12 | £262,043 |
| 39 Norwood Way, Walton On The Naze, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2013-09-12 | £267,399 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CO14 8NU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 123 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamford Primary Academy Elm Tree Avenue , CO14 8TE | 2out of 4 | 563 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frinton-on-Sea Primary School Fifth Avenue , CO13 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton on the Naze Primary School Standley Road , CO14 8PT | 3out of 4 | 1,695 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirby Primary Academy Halstead Road , Kirby Cross CO13 0LW | 3out of 4 | 2,552 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tendring Technology College Rochford Way , CO13 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 362 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Philomena's School Hadleigh Road , Frinton on Sea CO13 9HQ | - not rated | 1,318 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Tendring Frinton Free Church , 2-4 Connaught Avenue CO13 9PW | - not rated | 1,875 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Garden Cafe | 3 Triangle Shopping Centre, Frinton On Sea | 514 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Essex Skipper | Essex Skipper, Rochford Way | 540 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bindy's Breakaway Childrens Charity | 19 Triangle Shopping Centre, Frinton On Sea | 501 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods | 14 - 15 Triangle Shopping Centre, Frinton On Sea | 499 yd | |
| Frinton Co-op Supermarket | Fiveways Superstore, Triangle Shopping Centre | 514 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tendring Technology College (Frinton Campus) ROCHFORD WAY | grass pitches | 425 yd |
| Frinton Park Playing Field Bardfield Way | grass pitches, tennis courts | 682 yd |
| Hamford Primary Academy ELM TREE AVENUE | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Frinton Fitness GREENS YARD GREENS YARD ST MARYS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,087 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 | 65.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.05 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.05 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.