Kestrel Way is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO15 4JH 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 Kestrel Way, Clacton-on-sea, CO15 4JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO15 4JN, CO15 4JA, CO15 4JP, CO15 4JJ, CO15 4JL, CO15 4JR, CO15 4HR, CO15 4JE, CO15 4QJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO15 4JH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 55.7% | 54.1% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 44.3% | 45.9% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 | 21.2% | 28.7% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 44.9% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 10.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 19.6% | 12.9% | -6.7% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
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 (66.8%) 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 | 26.9% | 29.8% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -18.6% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 37% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 24.9% | 24% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 11.3% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 8.7% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 4JH this area, 29.4% 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 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.6% | 29.4% | -19.2% | 18.2% | 11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 8.5% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 15.3% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.6% | 19.8% | 14.2% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.4% | 18.6% | 10.2% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 6.1% | 1.7% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| White | 100% | 99% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 96.2% 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% | 96.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 96.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.5% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kestrel Way was 48.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.1% lower than the Burrsville average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kestrel Way has the 12th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Burrsville and the 220th lowest crime rate of 496 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Kestrel Way, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2024-01-22 | £237,754 |
| 77 Kestrel Way, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-01-22 | £245,262 |
| 60 Kestrel Way, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-10-20 | £261,615 |
| 57 Kestrel Way, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2023-09-08 | £246,720 |
| 61 Kestrel Way, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-12-04 | £195,465 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CO15 4JH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Clacton Church of England Junior School Craigfield Avenue , Great Clacton CO15 4HR | 3out of 4 | 159 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 | 159 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Clacton Junior School Craigfield Avenue , Great Clacton CO15 4HR | - not rated | 230 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burrsville Infant Academy Craigfield Avenue , CO15 4HR | 3out of 4 | 255 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burrsville Community Infant School Craigfield Avenue , CO15 4HR | - not rated | 255 yd | Community 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 | 1,169 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton County High School Walton Road , CO15 6DZ | - not rated | 1,169 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Clacton Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | 3out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colbayns High School Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | - not rated | 1,495 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops Park College Jaywick Lane , CO16 8BE | - not rated | 3,356 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 | 1,374 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ogilvie School 114 Holland Road , CO15 6HG | - not rated | 1,374 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Minerva Independent School Minerva House , 18 Cottage Grove CO16 8DH | - not rated | 1,870 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Essex Fresh Start 1 Wellesley Road , CO15 3PP | - not rated | 1,930 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Leas School Leas Road , CO15 1DY | - not rated | 2,465 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Saffron Restaurant | 51 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 162 yd | |
| Village Cafe | 68 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 179 yd | |
| Welcome 168 Ltd | 33 North Road, Clacton On Sea | 226 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | Domino's Pizza, 30 North Road | 235 yd | |
| Thai Vintage Restaurant | 1 - 3 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 291 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough Clacton Ltd | The Plough, 1 North Road | 315 yd | |
| Clacton Indoor Bowls Club | Clacton & District Indoor Bowling C, Valley Road | 585 yd | |
| Robin Hood | 211 London Road, Clacton On Sea | 720 yd | |
| Primal Combat Academy | Unit 1A, Hockleys Business Centre | 771 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Favourite Grill | 57 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 179 yd | |
| Skinners Fish and Chips | 70 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 179 yd | |
| Great Chicken and Pizza House | 55 Ravensdale, Clacton On Sea | 179 yd | |
| Little Sandwich Co/ D & C Provisions | Valleybridge Road, Clacton On Sea | 585 yd | |
| Taste of Bengal | 358 Old Road, Clacton On Sea | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Bakery Counter | Tesco Supermarket, Brook Retail Park | 1,083 yd | |
| Tesco Deli Counter | Tesco Supermarket, Brook Retail Park | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Clacton Church Of England Junior School BURRSVILLE COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL BURRSVILLE COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL CRAIGFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 254 yd |
| Iron Works Gym OLD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 432 yd |
| Clacton & District Indoor Bowls Club Ltd Valley Road | indoor bowls | 609 yd |
| Old Road Recreation Ground Knox Road | grass pitches | 693 yd |
| Vista Road Recreation Ground Vista Road | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Valley Farm Holiday Park VALLEY ROAD | swimming pool | 1,009 yd |
| Clacton Leisure Centre VISTA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,025 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 | 43.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.