Trimley Close is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO16 7AZ is located in the Bluehouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Trimley Close, Clacton-on-sea, CO16 7AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO16 7AQ, CO16 7AE, CO16 7AJ, CO16 7AG, CO16 7AB, CO16 7BS, CO16 7AL, CO16 7AR, CO16 7AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO16 7AZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.3% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.7% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 CO16 7AZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 65.2% 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 | 50% | 65.2% | 15.2% | 37.9% | 27.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23% | 21.3% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -22.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.2% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 16.1% | 9% | -7.1% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 41% | 44.9% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 31.8% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 16.5% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 8% | 4.9% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 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 CO16 7AZ this area, 31.7% 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 6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 31.7% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 16.9% | 0.2% | 9.6% | 7.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 18% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.6% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 16.9% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 6% | -3.2% | 33.8% | -27.8% |
| Other | 6.9% | 3.8% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94% | 92.5% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 94.8% | 96.6% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 97% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.7% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.6% | 76.7% | -17.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 39.3% | 13.5% | 25.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 68.5% | 37.2% | 31.3% |
| Christian | 18.7% | 46.2% | -27.5% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Trimley Close was 284.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 223.4% higher than the Bluehouse average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Trimley Close has the highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Bluehouse and the 25th highest crime rate of 496 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 172.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Trimley Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2026-03-03 | £130,000 |
| 15 Trimley Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-10-03 | £138,896 |
| 7 Trimley Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-09-01 | £169,548 |
| 2 Trimley Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-01-17 | £170,078 |
| 29 Trimley Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2024-06-13 | £155,829 |
CO16 7AZ area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Clare's Catholic Primary School Cloes Lane , CO16 8AG | 3out of 4 | 207 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clare's Catholic Primary School Cloes Lane , CO16 8AG | - not rated | 207 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravens Academy Nayland Drive , CO16 8TZ | 3out of 4 | 240 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenscroft Primary School Nayland Drive , CO16 8TZ | - not rated | 240 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Infant and Nursery School Windsor Avenue , CO15 2AH | 3out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lift Clacton Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | 3out of 4 | 923 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colbayns High School Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | - not rated | 923 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops Park College Jaywick Lane , CO16 8BE | - not rated | 986 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tendring Enterprise Studio School Jaywick Lane , CO16 8BE | - not rated | 986 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton County High School Walton Road , CO15 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minerva Independent School Minerva House , 18 Cottage Grove CO16 8DH | - not rated | 998 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Leas School Leas Road , CO15 1DY | - not rated | 1,320 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Essex Fresh Start 1 Wellesley Road , CO15 3PP | - not rated | 1,715 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shorefields School Ogilvie House , 114 Holland Road CO15 6HF | 4out of 4 | 3,058 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ogilvie School 114 Holland Road , CO15 6HG | - not rated | 3,058 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Throttle Cafe | 147 St Osyth Road, Clacton On Sea | 795 yd | |
| Ambition Cafe | Tendring Education Centre, Jaywick Lane | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brace Of Pistols | 421 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 770 yd | |
| The Wick Lodge Bar and Resturant | Wick Lodge, 145 Jaywick Lane | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yi Hua | 81 Coopers Lane, Clacton On Sea | 673 yd | |
| Gary's Fish and Chips | 85 Coopers Lane, Clacton On Sea | 673 yd | |
| Premier Kebab House | 83 Coopers Lane, Clacton On Sea | 673 yd | |
| Fish Inn | 409 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 770 yd | |
| Andy's Plaice | Shop 4, Legerton Drive | 823 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 770 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Limited, St Osyth Road | 873 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rush Green Recreation Ground Rush Green Road | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Fc Clacton RUSH GREEN SPORTS CENTRE RUSH GREEN SPORTS CENTRE RUSH GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 665 yd |
| Tendring Education Centre Jaywick Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 872 yd |
| Clacton Coastal Academy (Town Campus) PATHFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 884 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 | 55.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.