James Road is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO15 1EL is located in the St James electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about James Road, Clacton-on-sea, CO15 1EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO15 1EE, CO15 1DU, CO15 1DT, CO15 1EF, CO15 1DR, CO15 1DH, CO15 1DX, CO15 1DS, CO15 1AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO15 1EL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% of residents 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 | 51.1% | 52.8% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 48.9% | 47.2% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CO15 1EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.6% | 26.3% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 52.7% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7.8% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 13.5% | 11.5% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 (69.2%) 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 | 37.1% | 30.5% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -17.9% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 38.7% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 20.8% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 7.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 CO15 1EL this area, 34.9% 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 13.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.9% | 34.9% | -1.0% | 18.2% | 16.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 13.3% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 12.4% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.9% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 13.7% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 13.7% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -20.1% |
| Other | 6.9% | 4.1% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.8% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 93.9% | 95.1% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 2.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 94.4% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.6% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around James Road was 45.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.0% lower than the Coppins average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
James Road has the 19th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Coppins and the 229th lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% 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 James Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-08-01 | £321,051 |
| 2 James Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-10-15 | £264,379 |
| 19 James Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £199,200 | 2021-09-30 | £216,917 |
| 34 James Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-04-28 | £295,595 |
| 3 James Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-09-11 | £374,969 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CO15 1EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Infant and Nursery School Windsor Avenue , CO15 2AH | 3out of 4 | 419 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alton Park Junior School Leas Road , CO15 1DL | - not rated | 492 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clare's Catholic Primary School Cloes Lane , CO16 8AG | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravens Academy Nayland Drive , CO16 8TZ | 3out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Martin Frobisher Academy Frobisher Drive , Jaywick CO15 2QH | 2out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clacton Coastal Academy Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | 2out of 4 | 1,349 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton County High School Walton Road , CO15 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,154 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shorefields School Ogilvie House , 114 Holland Road CO15 6HF | 4out of 4 | 2,879 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Throttle Cafe | 147 St Osyth Road, Clacton On Sea | 747 yd | |
| Costa | Waterglade Retail Park, Old Road | 801 yd | |
| Kiosk 3 | Marine Parade West, Clacton On Sea | 892 yd | |
| The Terrace | Marine Parade West, Clacton On Sea | 892 yd | |
| NHSPS | Clacton and District Hospital, Tower Road | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff Theatre | West Cliff Theatre, Tower Road | 922 yd | |
| Clacton On Sea Bowling Club | Clacton Bowling Club, Collingwood Road | 926 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Clacton On Sea Toby Carvery, Marine Parade West | 962 yd | |
| Buzz Group Limited (Previously Gala Bingo) | 129 Pier Avenue | 965 yd | |
| Tendring Division Sport Club Police Bar | Clacton Police Station, 8 Beatrice Road | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Kebab House | 83 Coopers Lane, Clacton On Sea | 519 yd | |
| Yi Hua | 81 Coopers Lane, Clacton On Sea | 520 yd | |
| Gary's Fish and Chips | 85 Coopers Lane, Clacton On Sea | 520 yd | |
| Essex Kebab | 34 St Osyth Road, Clacton On Sea | 884 yd | |
| Makai Beach Cafe \& Bar, Kiosk 5 | Marine Parade West, Clacton On Sea | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Limited, St Osyth Road | 747 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd, Waterglade Retail Park | 801 yd | |
| Morrisons | Waterglade Retail Park, Old Road | 801 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alton Park Junior School LEAS ROAD | grass pitches | 394 yd |
| St James Church Hall TOWER ROAD | 863 yd | |
| The Brotherhood Institute THE BROTHERHOOD HALL THE BROTHERHOOD HALL ST. OSYTH ROAD | 911 yd | |
| Clacton-On-Sea Golf Club Ltd WEST ROAD | golf | 914 yd |
| Fc Clacton RUSH GREEN SPORTS CENTRE RUSH GREEN SPORTS CENTRE RUSH GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 961 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.