Thorpe Road is in Weeley, Clacton-On-Sea and in Tendring district. CO16 9JH is located in the Weeley & Tendring electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Clacton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thorpe Road, Weeley, Clacton-on-sea, CO16 9JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO16 9EQ, CO16 9FA, CO16 9JN, CO16 9JL, CO16 9DW, CO16 9DY, CO16 9AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO16 9JH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.7% | 50.7% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 44.3% | 49.3% | 5.0% | 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 | 24.1% | 27.1% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 49.4% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 14.5% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 7.8% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 37.6% | 39.7% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 36.3% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 18.4% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 3.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 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 9JH this area, 30.2% 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 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.9% | 30.2% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 8.9% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 17.3% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 9.2% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 14.5% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 16.2% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.2% | 98% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 98.2% | 97.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 97.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thorpe Road was 146.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 232.4% higher than the Little Clacton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thorpe Road has the highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Little Clacton and the 71st highest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 86.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 64.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% 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 Thorpe Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £334,000 | 2018-09-06 | £399,540 |
| 4 Thorpe Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2017-06-07 | £222,601 |
| Freelands Thorpe Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2015-10-08 | £514,805 |
| 6 Thorpe Road, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2003-08-11 | £414,941 |
CO16 9JH 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 9JH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weeley St Andrew's CofE Primary School Old Clacton Road , CO16 9LW | 2out of 4 | 1,114 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tendring Primary School School Road , Tendring CO16 0BP | 3out of 4 | 2,546 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery High Street , Thorpe-le-Soken CO16 0DY | 3out of 4 | 3,208 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Bentley Primary School Plough Road , Great Bentley CO7 8LD | 4out of 4 | 4,306 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Engaines Primary School and Nursery St Osyth Road East , Little Clacton CO16 9PH | 3out of 4 | 4,591 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School Essex 274 Harwich Road , Little Clacton CO16 9PY | - not rated | 3,531 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead Cabin Cafe | Cabin Cafe, Homestead Caravan Centre | 109 yd | |
| Willow Park Resource Centre | Clacton Family Trust Ltd, Resource Centre | 846 yd | |
| Lakeside Restaurant | Weeley Bridge Holiday Park, Clacton Road | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Boy | The Black Boy, Thorpe Road | 355 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Weeley Playing Field (Closed) Clacton Road | grass pitches | 983 yd |
| Weeley Playing Field WEELEY PLAYING FIELD WEELEY PLAYING FIELD CLACTON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,034 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 | 37.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.49 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.