Valley Road is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO15 4AJ 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 Valley Road, Clacton-on-sea, CO15 4AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO15 4LS, CO15 4AP, CO15 4AU, CO15 4LA, CO15 4AH, CO15 4AS, CO15 4AZ, CO15 4AY, CO15 4LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO15 4AJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 55.5% | 55.4% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 44.5% | 44.6% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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% | 27.2% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.4% | 46.1% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 11.4% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 13.6% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
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 (70.5%) 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 | 29.3% | 34.1% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -14.3% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 36.4% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 22.3% | 20.5% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 6.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 4AJ this area, 28.2% 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 15.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.3% | 28.2% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 11.5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 18.1% | 7.8% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.8% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 16.7% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 15.4% | -0.7% | 33.8% | -18.4% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.3% | 95.7% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 98% | 93% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 6.2% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 93% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Valley Road was 57.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.7% lower than the Burrsville average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Valley Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Burrsville and the 226th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.2%.

Households in this area have a 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Valley Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-01-29 | £266,538 |
| 37 Valley Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-12-20 | £298,438 |
| 37 Valley Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2017-05-25 | £231,553 |
| 36 Valley Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2016-09-29 | £266,193 |
| 36 Valley Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £159,995 | 2014-11-12 | £252,137 |
CO15 4AJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 CO15 4AJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Clacton Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior School Craigfield , Great Clacton CO15 4HR | 3out of 4 | 459 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burrsville Infant Academy Craigfield Avenue , CO15 4HR | 3out of 4 | 561 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Hall Academy Melbourne Road , CO15 3SP | 3out of 4 | 893 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holland Park Primary School Holland Road , CO15 6NG | - not rated | 1,069 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cann Hall Primary School Constable Avenue , CO16 8DA | 3out of 4 | 1,438 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 848 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton Coastal Academy Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | 2out of 4 | 1,301 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,178 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Essex 274 Harwich Road , Little Clacton CO16 9PY | - not rated | 4,661 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 | 342 yd | |
| Thai Vintage Restaurant | 1 - 3 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 374 yd | |
| Frydays Cafe | St Johns Church Hall, St Johns Church | 374 yd | |
| Medley's Sandwich & Coffee Bar | 6 The Precinct, North Road | 400 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | Domino's Pizza, 30 North Road | 427 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clacton Indoor Bowls Club | Clacton & District Indoor Bowling C, Valley Road | 276 yd | |
| Plough Clacton Ltd | The Plough, 1 North Road | 441 yd | |
| Primal Combat Academy | Unit 1A, Hockleys Business Centre | 575 yd | |
| Comrades Sports and Social Club | 205 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 967 yd | |
| Robin Hood | 211 London Road, Clacton On Sea | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Sandwich Co/ D & C Provisions | Valleybridge Road, Clacton On Sea | 330 yd | |
| Favourite Grill | 57 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 493 yd | |
| Skinners Fish and Chips | 70 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 493 yd | |
| Great Chicken and Pizza House | 55 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 493 yd | |
| Taste of Bengal | 358 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 555 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clacton & District Indoor Bowls Club Ltd Valley Road | indoor bowls | 299 yd |
| Iron Works Gym OLD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 370 yd |
| Vista Road Recreation Ground Vista Road | grass pitches | 386 yd |
| Great Clacton Church Of England Junior School BURRSVILLE COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL BURRSVILLE COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL CRAIGFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Old Road Recreation Ground Knox Road | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| Clacton Leisure Centre VISTA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 621 yd |
| Clacton County High School WALTON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 784 yd |
| Valley Farm Holiday Park VALLEY ROAD | swimming pool | 867 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 | 49 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.