Park Road is in St Osyth, Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO16 8PW is located in the St Osyth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 2005-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Road, St Osyth, Clacton-on-sea, CO16 8PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO16 8PL, CO16 8RY, CO16 8PH, CO16 8PN, CO16 8RU, CO16 8RZ, CO16 8PB, CO16 8PJ, CO16 8RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO16 8PW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 51.5% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47% | 48.5% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 27.4% | 35.8% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 42.4% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 8.7% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 10.8% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.6% | 36.9% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 37.7% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 18.6% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 5.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 8PW this area, 29.8% 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 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 29.8% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 14.5% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 14.9% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.5% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 17% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 13.1% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 4.8% | 5.2% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 96% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.7% 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% | 99.7% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 99.7% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.1% | 13.5% | 11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Road was 81.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.8% lower than the St Osyth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in St Osyth and the 172nd highest crime rate of 496 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Park Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2026-03-06 | £352,000 |
| 14 Park Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2023-07-17 | £228,913 |
| 2 Park Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-12-21 | £219,740 |
| 25 Park Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-09-23 | £295,604 |
| 27 Park Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-02-09 | £320,130 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Osyth Church of England Primary School Norman Close , St Osyth CO16 8PN | 3out of 4 | 126 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Osyth Church of England Primary School Norman Close , St Osyth CO16 8PN | - not rated | 126 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Martin Frobisher Academy Frobisher Drive , Jaywick CO15 2QH | - not rated | 2,830 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frobisher Primary and Nursery School Frobisher Drive , Jaywick CO15 2QH | - not rated | 2,830 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravens Academy Nayland Drive , CO16 8TZ | 3out of 4 | 3,344 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishops Park College Jaywick Lane , CO16 8BE | - not rated | 2,861 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tendring Enterprise Studio School Jaywick Lane , CO16 8BE | - not rated | 2,861 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Clacton Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | 3out of 4 | 4,418 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colbayns High School Pathfields Road , CO15 3JL | - not rated | 4,418 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Community School and College Church Road , Brightlingsea CO7 0QL | - not rated | 5,361 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priory Meadow School Rochford Road , St Osyth CO16 8PH | - not rated | 168 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Minerva Independent School Minerva House , 18 Cottage Grove CO16 8DH | - not rated | 3,888 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Leas School Leas Road , CO15 1DY | - not rated | 4,503 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Essex Fresh Start 1 Wellesley Road , CO15 3PP | - not rated | 5,134 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mikis Fish & Chips | 62 Clacton Road, St Osyth | 290 yd | |
| THE CROSSROADS SANDWICH BAR | 6 Clacton Road, St Osyth | 379 yd | |
| The Dukes Bistro | Dukes Bistro, 9 Clacton Road | 403 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | Kings Arms, 10 Colchester Road | 498 yd | |
| Watershed Studios | Bryher, St. Cleres Hall Lane | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | 8 Clacton Road, St. Osyth | 379 yd | |
| St Osyth Social Club | Johnson Institute, Church Square | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy House | 8 Colchester Road, St Osyth | 498 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Osyth C Of E Primary School NORMAN CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 129 yd |
| Cowley Park THE BURY | grass pitches | 699 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 208.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 33.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.