Writtle Close is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO16 7PE is located in the Bluehouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Writtle Close, Clacton-on-sea, CO16 7PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO16 7LL, CO16 7PF, CO16 7AU, CO16 7PQ, CO16 7LP, CO16 7AP, CO16 7LJ, CO16 7AY, CO16 7AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO16 7PE 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% | 51.3% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51% | 48.7% | -2.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.3% | 27.1% | 10.8% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63% | 46.5% | -16.5% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.1% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 15.8% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 9.7% |
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 (67.8%) 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 | 26.4% | 29.7% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -18.7% |
| Good health | 37% | 38.1% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 23.3% | 21.6% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 8.9% |
| Bad health | 10.3% | 8.7% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 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 7PE this area, 38.5% 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 8.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49% | 38.5% | -10.5% | 18.2% | 20.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 8.8% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 17.2% | 6.3% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 11% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.8% | 12.5% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.1% | 8.4% | -1.7% | 33.8% | -25.4% |
| Other | 7.8% | 3.7% | -4.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.1% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 98.6% | 95.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 95.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Writtle Close was 41.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.1% lower than the Bluehouse average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Writtle Close has the 19th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Bluehouse and the 198th lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Writtle Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-11-08 | £202,947 |
| 27 Writtle Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2017-06-02 | £227,405 |
| 17 Writtle Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,950 | 2014-05-09 | £214,327 |
| 17 Writtle Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,995 | 2009-04-02 | £237,526 |
| 27 Writtle Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2008-11-07 | £195,332 |
CO16 7PE 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 CO16 7PE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 136 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravens Academy Nayland Drive , CO16 8TZ | 3out of 4 | 330 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clare's Catholic Primary School Cloes Lane , CO16 8AG | 3out of 4 | 548 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Infant and Nursery School Windsor Avenue , CO15 2AH | 3out of 4 | 1,412 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Martin Frobisher Academy Frobisher Drive , Jaywick CO15 2QH | 2out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alton Park Junior School Leas Road , CO15 1DL | - not rated | 1,600 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 | 1,388 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton County High School Walton Road , CO15 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,804 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 | 3,535 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambition Cafe | Tendring Education Centre, Jaywick Lane | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wick Lodge Bar and Resturant | Wick Lodge, 145 Jaywick Lane | 445 yd | |
| Brace Of Pistols | 421 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andy's Plaice | Shop 4, Legerton Drive | 749 yd | |
| Fish Inn | 409 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 861 yd | |
| Yi Hua | 81 Coopers Lane, Clacton On Sea | 868 yd | |
| Gary's Fish and Chips | 85 Coopers Lane, Clacton On Sea | 868 yd | |
| Premier Kebab House | 83 Coopers Lane, Clacton On Sea | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 861 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rush Green Recreation Ground Rush Green Road | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Fc Clacton RUSH GREEN SPORTS CENTRE RUSH GREEN SPORTS CENTRE RUSH GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| Tendring Education Centre Jaywick Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 633 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 | 47.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.35 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.35 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.