Oakmead Road is in St Osyth, Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO16 8NN is located in the St Osyth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakmead Road, St Osyth, Clacton-on-sea, CO16 8NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO16 8NL, CO16 8NR, CO16 8JY, CO16 8JU, CO16 8JZ, CO16 8LA, CO16 8NP, CO16 8NS, CO16 8NW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO16 8NN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51.6% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.4% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 23.4% | 27.8% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 48.1% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 12.6% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 13.1% | 8.9% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 35.3% | 38.5% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 32.5% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 20.2% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 5% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 3.8% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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.
In the area around CO16 8NN this area, 33.2% 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 12.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.6% | 33.2% | -9.4% | 18.2% | 15.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 13.7% | 4.7% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 13.7% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.4% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 16.2% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 12.9% | -0.2% | 33.8% | -20.9% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.4% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 99.3% | 98.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakmead Road was 155.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 199.8% higher than the Brightlingsea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oakmead Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Brightlingsea and the 64th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 105.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 72.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simco Oakmead Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-07-05 | £277,323 |
| Kooringal Oakmead Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £347,000 | 2024-05-07 | £357,481 |
| Clear View Oakmead Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-06-08 | £293,158 |
| 24 Oakmead Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-03-30 | £270,648 |
| Stepping Stone, 53A Oakmead Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-08-03 | £295,411 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CO16 8NN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery Eastern Road , Brightlingsea CO7 0HU | 4out of 4 | 2,268 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Osyth Church of England Primary School Norman Close , St Osyth CO16 8PN | 2out of 4 | 3,559 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Community School and College (Secondary and 16 to 19 Provision) Church Road , Brightlingsea CO7 0QL | 1out of 4 | 3,217 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor Restaurant | 1 Seaview Terrace, St Osyth | 315 yd | |
| Cooks Fish \& Chip Van | Orchards Holiday Village, Colne Way | 1,045 yd | |
| Box Bar | Orchards Holiday Village, Colne Way | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchards Holiday Village | Orchards Holiday Village | 1,045 yd | |
| Show Bar and Papa Johns | Show Bar, Orchards Holiday Village | 1,045 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Orchard Holiday Park POINT CLEAR | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 518 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.