Horley Close is in Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO16 8FG is located in the Cann Hall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Horley Close, Clacton-on-sea, CO16 8FG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO16 8FQ, CO16 8FH, CO16 8FE, CO16 8FS, CO16 8FJ, CO16 8DA, CO16 8FL, CO16 8FR, CO16 8FB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO16 8FG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% 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 | 51.9% | 54.2% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 48.1% | 45.8% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
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 | 25.5% | 31.1% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 46.6% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 7.4% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 36.4% | 45.2% | 8.8% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 31.8% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 15.5% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 7% | 5.7% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
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 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 24.9% | -12.4% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 10.7% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 19.2% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 5% | -2.7% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 19.2% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 18.5% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.6% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.7% | 96.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 95% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.4% | 37.2% | 8.2% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Horley Close was 61.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.6% lower than the Bluehouse average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Horley Close has the 27th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Bluehouse and the 208th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Horley Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2024-12-06 | £250,938 |
| 4 Horley Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2024-10-11 | £232,320 |
| 6 Horley Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-10-28 | £234,538 |
| 6 Horley Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-09-12 | £184,697 |
| 1 Horley Close, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2017-07-14 | £207,365 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CO16 8FG 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 | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 324 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clare's Catholic Primary School Cloes Lane , CO16 8AG | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Hall Academy Melbourne Road , CO15 3SP | 3out of 4 | 1,189 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravens Academy Nayland Drive , CO16 8TZ | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Clacton Church of England (Voluntary Aided) Junior School Craigfield , Great Clacton CO15 4HR | 3out of 4 | 1,823 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,162 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clacton County High School Walton Road , CO15 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,339 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 | 2,896 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Community School Essex 274 Harwich Road , Little Clacton CO16 9PY | - not rated | 4,382 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 | 236 yd | |
| The Smugglers Cove | Hartley Brook Road, Clacton On Sea | 568 yd | |
| KFC (Brook Retail Park) | KFC, Brook Retail Park | 904 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | Brook Retail Park, Clacton On Sea | 904 yd | |
| Elior UK | Tesco Supermarket, Brook Retail Park | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brace Of Pistols | 421 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 823 yd | |
| Robin Hood | 211 London Road, Clacton On Sea | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Inn | 409 St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 823 yd | |
| Yo! to Go! | Brook Retail Park, Clacton On Sea | 904 yd | |
| Subway Drive Thru | Brook Retail Park, Clacton On Sea | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | St Johns Road, Clacton On Sea | 823 yd | |
| Tesco Bakery Counter | Tesco Supermarket, Brook Retail Park | 904 yd | |
| Tesco Deli Counter | Tesco Supermarket, Brook Retail Park | 904 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cann Hall Primary School CONSTABLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 187 yd |
| Clacton Coastal Academy (Town Campus) PATHFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,071 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 | 29.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.