Bockings Grove is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO16 8DL is located in the Cann Hall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bockings Grove, Clacton-on-sea, CO16 8DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO16 8DS, CO16 8DR, CO16 8DQ, CO16 8DH, CO16 8DG, CO16 8DW, CO16 8DN, CO16 8DT, CO16 8FD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO16 8DL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 49.4% | 49.3% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 50.6% | 50.7% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 24.4% | 27.9% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 48.3% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 11.3% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 | 26.6% | 35.9% | 9.3% | 48.4% | -12.5% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 37.2% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 27.4% | 18.6% | -8.8% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 6.6% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 8DL this area, 32.8% 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 12.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 53.8% | 32.8% | -21.0% | 18.2% | 14.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 14% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 14% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 7.5% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 13.6% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.6% | 12.8% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -21.0% |
| Other | 2.1% | 5.3% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.6% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
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 | 96.1% | 95.5% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 94.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.3% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bockings Grove was 59.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.3% lower than the Bluehouse average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Bockings Grove has the 28th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Bluehouse and the 216th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Bockings Grove, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-01-26 | £286,296 |
| 19 Bockings Grove, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2023-09-29 | £233,357 |
| 27 Bockings Grove, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-06-21 | £327,940 |
| 14A Bockings Grove, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-12-16 | £264,835 |
| 3 Bockings Grove, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-09-16 | £268,310 |
CO16 8DL 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 8DL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cann Hall Primary School Constable Avenue , CO16 8DA | 3out of 4 | 722 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clare's Catholic Primary School Cloes Lane , CO16 8AG | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravens Academy Nayland Drive , CO16 8TZ | 3out of 4 | 839 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| White Hall Academy Melbourne Road , CO15 3SP | 3out of 4 | 1,358 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Infant and Nursery School Windsor Avenue , CO15 2AH | 3out of 4 | 1,866 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,152 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton County High School Walton Road , CO15 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,551 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 | 3,189 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Essex 274 Harwich Road , Little Clacton CO16 9PY | - not rated | 4,872 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Cupcakes | 7 Daniell Close, Clacton On Sea | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brace Of Pistols | 421 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 261 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Inn | 409 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 261 yd | |
| Andy's Plaice | Shop 4, Legerton Drive | 627 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 261 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cann Hall Primary School CONSTABLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 610 yd |
| Clacton Coastal Academy (Town Campus) PATHFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,000 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 | 80.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.6% |
| 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 | 67.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.