The Limes is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO15 6AW is located in the Pier electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Limes, Clacton-on-sea, CO15 6AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO15 6AN, CO15 6AT, CO15 6AS, CO15 6AL, CO15 6EQ, CO15 6AX, CO15 6AP, CO15 6JX, CO15 6DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO15 6AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 51.8% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 51.6% | 48.2% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 39.8% | 41.8% | 2.0% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.1% | 31.7% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 3.2% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 12.7% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 9.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 (70.1%) 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 | 36.9% | 37.1% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 33% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 20.1% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 8.9% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 6AW this area, 28.1% 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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.6% | 28.1% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 10.8% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 18.4% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 4.3% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 13.5% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 18.9% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 9.2% | 5.9% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 4% | 2.2% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 3.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 91.1% | 83% | -8.1% | 81.4% | 1.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 86.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.1% | 86.7% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 6.2% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 87.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.3% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 2.2% | -5.4% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68% | 76.7% | -8.7% |
| Ireland | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.4% | 13.5% | 10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Limes was 53.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.5% lower than the Coppins average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Limes has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Coppins and the 239th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 The Limes, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2024-07-29 | £160,711 |
| 6 The Limes, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-08-06 | £146,593 |
| 5 The Limes, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2021-03-31 | £147,616 |
| 1 The Limes, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2012-12-18 | £141,302 |
| 4 The Limes, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2004-02-06 | £181,787 |
CO15 6AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alton Park Junior School Leas Road , CO15 1DL | - not rated | 1,328 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holland Park Primary School Holland Road , CO15 6NG | - not rated | 1,390 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Hall Academy Melbourne Road , CO15 3SP | 3out of 4 | 1,412 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Infant and Nursery School Windsor Avenue , CO15 2AH | 3out of 4 | 1,454 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Clacton Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior School Craigfield , Great Clacton CO15 4HR | 3out of 4 | 1,803 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 | 582 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton Coastal Academy Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | 2out of 4 | 1,547 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 | 1,133 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shore Cafe | Colchester Institute, Church Road | 95 yd | |
| Paddle Bay Diner | Kiosk No 6, Marine Parade East | 180 yd | |
| Clacton Family Centre | 5 Russell Road, Clacton On Sea | 367 yd | |
| Aroy Thai | 19 Rosemary Road, Clacton On Sea | 463 yd | |
| Eel and Pie House | 24A Rosemary Road, Clacton On Sea | 463 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colvin Memorial Temple | 7 Holland Road, Clacton-on-Sea | 208 yd | |
| Moon And Starfish | The Moon and Starfish, 1 Marine Parade East | 613 yd | |
| Railway Club | 48 Carnarvon Road, Clacton On Sea | 659 yd | |
| Tom Peppers and Wahoo | 2 Marine Parade West, Clacton On Sea | 753 yd | |
| Boardwalk Bar and Grill | The Boardwalk Bar, The Pier | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newroz Kitchen | 6 - 8 Rosemary Road, Clacton On Sea | 364 yd | |
| Tandoori Nights | 18 Orwell Road, Clacton On Sea | 500 yd | |
| Pacinos/Cluckin Lovely Chicken | 29 Rosemary Road, Clacton On Sea | 515 yd | |
| Station Kebab | 103 Station Road, Clacton On Sea | 519 yd | |
| John'S Fish And Chips | 23 Rosemary Road, Clacton-on-Sea | 522 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Supermarket | 30 Rosemary Road, Clacton On Sea | 522 yd | |
| All Grace African Market | 62 Rosemary Road, Clacton On Sea | 617 yd | |
| East of England Co-op | 162 - 164 Old Road, Clacton-on-Sea | 983 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd, Waterglade Retail Park | 1,019 yd | |
| Morrisons | Waterglade Retail Park, Old Road | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gym Fit Clacton TELEPHONE EXCHANGE TELEPHONE EXCHANGE HOLLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite | 139 yd |
| United Reformed Church Hall CARNARVON ROAD | 296 yd | |
| Clacton County High School WALTON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 596 yd |
| Clacton Leisure Centre VISTA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 756 yd |
| Vista Road Recreation Ground Vista Road | grass pitches | 1,010 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.