Olivers Close is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO15 3QG is located in the St John's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Olivers Close, Clacton-on-sea, CO15 3QG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO15 3QX, CO15 3QH, CO15 3NE, CO15 3LY, CO15 3LU, CO15 3LX, CO15 3NL, CO15 3LT, CO15 3QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO15 3QG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 49.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50.2% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 42.8% | 40.9% | -1.9% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.3% | 29.1% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -15.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 14% | 21.9% | 7.9% | 9.1% | 12.8% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 6.9% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 (68.6%) 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 | 30.8% | 35.6% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -12.8% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 33% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 24.1% | 20.7% | -3.4% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 9.1% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 3QG this area, 32% 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 14.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.7% | 32% | -18.7% | 18.2% | 13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 13.4% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 14.2% | -6.7% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.1% | 16.6% | 11.5% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 6% | 14.6% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -19.2% |
| Other | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 92.9% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 96.8% | 91.9% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| 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 | 95.3% | 91.3% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 1.6% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.6% | 76.7% | -14.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 31.3% | 13.5% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54% | 37.2% | 16.8% |
| Christian | 39.2% | 46.2% | -7.0% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Olivers Close was 297.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 186.7% higher than the Coppins average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Olivers Close has the 12th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Coppins and the 21st highest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 208.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Olivers Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2022-06-13 | £292,088 |
| 12 Olivers Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2018-09-04 | £265,606 |
| 2 Olivers Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2015-08-06 | £241,046 |
| 2 Olivers Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2010-06-25 | £204,643 |
| 8 Olivers Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £143,500 | 2005-07-18 | £251,454 |
CO15 3QG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Hall Academy Melbourne Road , CO15 3SP | 3out of 4 | 354 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Infant and Nursery School Windsor Avenue , CO15 2AH | 3out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alton Park Junior School Leas Road , CO15 1DL | - not rated | 1,195 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cann Hall Primary School Constable Avenue , CO16 8DA | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Clacton Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior School Craigfield , Great Clacton CO15 4HR | 3out of 4 | 1,289 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 | 577 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton County High School Walton Road , CO15 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 896 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 | 1,599 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Essex 274 Harwich Road , Little Clacton CO16 9PY | - not rated | 5,275 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marley's Fish Bar | 54 Cambridge Road, Clacton-on-Sea | 131 yd | |
| Eat One 8 One | 181 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 390 yd | |
| Coffee and Comics | 153 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 412 yd | |
| Munch Coffee | The Mill, 355 - 359 Old Road | 482 yd | |
| CAFE 128 LIMITED | 128 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 554 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comrades Sports and Social Club | 205 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 110 yd | |
| Young's Club | 107 Wellesley Road, Clacton On Sea | 280 yd | |
| Queens Arms | The Queens Arms, 189 Old Road | 341 yd | |
| Amy's | 141 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 390 yd | |
| Clacton Conservative Club | 141 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 390 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ho-Lok Chinese Takeaway | 289 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 250 yd | |
| Efes BBQ | 285 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 250 yd | |
| East of India Takeaway | 182 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 268 yd | |
| Bread and Butter | 168 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 385 yd | |
| Dial A Pizza | 159 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 390 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op | 162 - 164 Old Road, Clacton-on-Sea | 385 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Limited, St Osyth Road | 931 yd | |
| All Grace African Market | 62 Rosemary Road, Clacton On Sea | 1,007 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd, Waterglade Retail Park | 1,076 yd | |
| Morrisons | Waterglade Retail Park, Old Road | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Old Road Recreation Ground Knox Road | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Clacton Leisure Centre VISTA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 653 yd |
| The Brotherhood Institute THE BROTHERHOOD HALL THE BROTHERHOOD HALL ST. OSYTH ROAD | 692 yd | |
| Iron Works Gym OLD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 697 yd |
| Clacton County High School WALTON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 747 yd |
| Clacton Coastal Academy (Town Campus) PATHFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 748 yd |
| Vista Road Recreation Ground Vista Road | grass pitches | 786 yd |
| Gym Fit Clacton TELEPHONE EXCHANGE TELEPHONE EXCHANGE HOLLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite | 923 yd |
| Clacton & District Indoor Bowls Club Ltd Valley Road | indoor bowls | 1,052 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.