Severn Road is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO15 3RA 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 Severn Road, Clacton-on-sea, CO15 3RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO15 3PB, CO15 3RB, CO15 3TG, CO15 3PA, CO15 3TH, CO15 3NZ, CO15 3RS, CO15 3TE, CO15 3RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO15 3RA has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.4% | 50% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.6% | 50% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 35.7% | 38.7% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 43.2% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 4.4% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 8.9% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 4.8% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.1% | 41.9% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 33.9% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 16.2% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 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 3RA this area, 28.3% 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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 28.3% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 14.1% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 17.1% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.8% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 14.9% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 19.3% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.5% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.9% | 96.3% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.5% | 96% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 95.5% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.1% | 37.2% | 22.9% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Severn Road was 230.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 100.7% higher than the Coppins average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Severn Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Coppins and the 31st highest crime rate of 496 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 112.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Severn Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-07-25 | £249,665 |
| 53 Severn Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-12-11 | £252,839 |
| 47 Severn Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-12-01 | £237,966 |
| 72 Severn Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2023-08-15 | £219,496 |
| 63 Severn Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-06-23 | £239,124 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coppins Green Primary School Melbourne Road , CO15 3SP | - not rated | 792 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| White Hall Academy and Nursery Melbourne Road , CO15 3SP | 3out of 4 | 792 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Clacton Church of England Junior School Craigfield Avenue , Great Clacton CO15 4HR | 3out of 4 | 926 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Clacton Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior School Craigfield , Great Clacton CO15 4HR | - not rated | 926 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Clacton Junior School Craigfield Avenue , Great Clacton CO15 4HR | - not rated | 1,019 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clacton County High School Walton Road , CO15 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 459 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton County High School Walton Road , CO15 6DZ | - not rated | 459 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Clacton Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | 3out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colbayns High School Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | - not rated | 1,134 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops Park College Jaywick Lane , CO16 8BE | - not rated | 2,925 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,054 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ogilvie School 114 Holland Road , CO15 6HG | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Essex Fresh Start 1 Wellesley Road , CO15 3PP | - not rated | 1,139 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Leas School Leas Road , CO15 1DY | - not rated | 1,754 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Minerva Independent School Minerva House , 18 Cottage Grove CO16 8DH | - not rated | 1,891 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Cafe | Fiveways Supermarket, Oxford Road | 151 yd | |
| Munch Coffee | The Mill, 355 - 359 Old Road | 400 yd | |
| Burger Kitchen | Alfresco Cafe, The Pavillion | 540 yd | |
| Marley's Fish Bar | 54 Cambridge Road, Clacton-on-Sea | 561 yd | |
| Thai Vintage Restaurant | 1 - 3 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young's Club | 107 Wellesley Road, Clacton On Sea | 569 yd | |
| Comrades Sports and Social Club | 205 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 575 yd | |
| Clacton Indoor Bowls Club | Clacton & District Indoor Bowling C, Valley Road | 586 yd | |
| Plough Clacton Ltd | The Plough, 1 North Road | 672 yd | |
| Railway Club | 48 Carnarvon Road, Clacton On Sea | 756 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste of Bengal | 358 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 374 yd | |
| Ho-Lok Chinese Takeaway | 289 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 422 yd | |
| Efes BBQ | 285 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 422 yd | |
| Little Sandwich Co/ D & C Provisions | Valleybridge Road, Clacton On Sea | 667 yd | |
| East of India Takeaway | 182 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op | 162 - 164 Old Road, Clacton-on-Sea | 795 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clacton Leisure Centre VISTA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 306 yd |
| Vista Road Recreation Ground Vista Road | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Clacton County High School WALTON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 470 yd |
| Iron Works Gym OLD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 497 yd |
| Old Road Recreation Ground Knox Road | grass pitches | 542 yd |
| Clacton & District Indoor Bowls Club Ltd Valley Road | indoor bowls | 593 yd |
| Gym Fit Clacton TELEPHONE EXCHANGE TELEPHONE EXCHANGE HOLLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite | 895 yd |
| Great Clacton Church Of England Junior School BURRSVILLE COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL BURRSVILLE COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL CRAIGFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,013 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 | 36.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 49.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 49.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.28 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.