North Road is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO15 4DD 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 North Road, Clacton-on-sea, CO15 4DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO15 4QH, CO15 4DH, CO15 4JR, CO15 4DA, CO15 4DF, CO15 4BP, CO15 4QL, CO15 4JL, CO15 4DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO15 4DD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 52.9% | 49.4% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 47.1% | 50.6% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CO15 4DD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.4% | 45.1% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40% | 33.2% | -6.8% | 44.2% | -11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.3% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 13.5% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 6% | 4.1% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 (70.2%) 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 | 36.7% | 36.7% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 33.5% | -5.9% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 18% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.0% | 6.4% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 4DD this area, 41.6% 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 11.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43% | 41.6% | -1.4% | 18.2% | 23.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 12.8% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 16.9% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 11.9% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.3% | 11.5% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -22.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.2% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97% | 92.1% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 94% 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% | 94% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 94% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 4.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.5% | 76.7% | -13.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 34.3% | 13.5% | 20.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 39.2% | 46.2% | -7.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Road was 21.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.7% lower than the Bluehouse average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
North Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Bluehouse and the 77th lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 North Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Other, an established residential building | £466,000 | 2024-08-30 | £455,600 |
| 29 North Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-04-30 | £233,593 |
| 38 North Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2020-08-28 | £393,643 |
| 30 North Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Other, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2015-06-17 | £692,097 |
| 25 North Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £126,500 | 2005-09-29 | £224,133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 490 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burrsville Infant Academy Craigfield Avenue , CO15 4HR | 3out of 4 | 559 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Hall Academy Melbourne Road , CO15 3SP | 3out of 4 | 837 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cann Hall Primary School Constable Avenue , CO16 8DA | 3out of 4 | 1,072 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holland Park Primary School Holland Road , CO15 6NG | - not rated | 1,498 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,229 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton County High School Walton Road , CO15 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 1,288 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 | 1,640 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Essex 274 Harwich Road , Little Clacton CO16 9PY | - not rated | 4,317 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome 168 Ltd | 33 North Road, Clacton On Sea | 10 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | Domino's Pizza, 30 North Road | 55 yd | |
| The Saffron Restaurant | 51 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 62 yd | |
| Village Cafe | 68 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 72 yd | |
| Medley's Sandwich & Coffee Bar | 6 The Precinct, North Road | 128 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough Clacton Ltd | The Plough, 1 North Road | 123 yd | |
| Robin Hood | 211 London Road, Clacton On Sea | 530 yd | |
| Clacton Indoor Bowls Club | Clacton & District Indoor Bowling C, Valley Road | 714 yd | |
| Primal Combat Academy | Unit 1A, Hockleys Business Centre | 950 yd | |
| Comrades Sports and Social Club | 205 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Favourite Grill | 57 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 72 yd | |
| Skinners Fish and Chips | 70 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 72 yd | |
| Great Chicken and Pizza House | 55 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 72 yd | |
| Taste of Bengal | 358 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 593 yd | |
| Little Sandwich Co/ D & C Provisions | Valleybridge Road, Clacton On Sea | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Bakery Counter | Tesco Supermarket, Brook Retail Park | 964 yd | |
| Tesco Deli Counter | Tesco Supermarket, Brook Retail Park | 964 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Brook Retail Park | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Works Gym OLD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 295 yd |
| Great Clacton Church Of England Junior School BURRSVILLE COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL BURRSVILLE COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL CRAIGFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 465 yd |
| Old Road Recreation Ground Knox Road | grass pitches | 510 yd |
| Clacton & District Indoor Bowls Club Ltd Valley Road | indoor bowls | 738 yd |
| Vista Road Recreation Ground Vista Road | grass pitches | 840 yd |
| Clacton Leisure Centre VISTA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,028 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 62.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 62.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.