Manor Road is in Colchester and in Colchester district. CO3 3LX is located in the Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Colchester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manor Road, Colchester, CO3 3LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO3 3EZ, CO3 3EY, CO3 3JE, CO3 3GW, CO3 3LU, CO3 3JN, CO3 3HH, CO3 3JF, CO3 3JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO3 3LX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 54.7% | 53.1% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 45.3% | 46.9% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CO3 3LX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.1% | 46.1% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.2% | 32% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 4.9% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 15.1% | 13.4% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.6% | 50.1% | -3.5% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 37.5% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 8.8% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 CO3 3LX this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.5% | 9.8% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 7.7% | -1.2% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 14% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 3.8% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 14% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.4% | 49.7% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 15.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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 | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 91.7% | 91.2% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 84.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 84.3% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 8.2% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 84.8% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 11.1% | 10.5% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 1.5% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.6% | 37.2% | 14.4% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Road was 139.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.4% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Manor Road has the 21st lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Castle and the 96th highest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 65.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Manor Road, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-08-26 | £346,071 |
| Flat 4 33 - 35 Manor Road, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-02-04 | £212,904 |
| 42 Manor Road, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £272,500 | 2018-05-04 | £323,594 |
| 33 - 35 Manor Road, Colchester, Essex Other, an established residential building | £41,340 | 2017-12-19 | £44,217 |
| Flat 2 33 - 35 Manor Road, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2017-11-21 | £198,766 |
CO3 3LX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in CO3 3LX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Green Primary School St John's Green , CO2 7HE | 3out of 4 | 710 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamilton Primary School Constantine Road , CO3 3GB | 4out of 4 | 871 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Primary School and Nursery John Harper Street , CO1 1RP | 3out of 4 | 927 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Colchester Priory Street , CO1 2QB | 4out of 4 | 1,371 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Guildford Road , CO1 2RA | 1out of 4 | 1,655 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colchester Royal Grammar School Lexden Road , CO3 3ND | 4out of 4 | 339 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Helena School Sheepen Road , CO3 3LE | 3out of 4 | 810 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic College Norman Way , CO3 3US | 3out of 4 | 1,202 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colchester County High School for Girls Norman Way , CO3 3US | 4out of 4 | 1,202 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Philip Morant School and College Rembrandt Way , CO3 4QS | 1out of 4 | 1,626 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sixth Form College Colchester North Hill , CO1 1SN | - not rated | 440 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colchester Institute Sheepen Road , CO3 3LL | - not rated | 608 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colchester High School Wellesley Road , CO3 3HD | - not rated | 245 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxford House School 2 Lexden Road , CO3 3NE | - not rated | 247 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswode Hoe School Sussex Road , CO3 3QJ | 3out of 4 | 724 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's School for Girls 91 Lexden Road , CO3 3RB | - not rated | 879 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| North East Essex Co-operative Academy Turner Road , Mile End CO4 5LB | 3out of 4 | 3,094 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Chef Restaurant | 73 Crouch Street West, Colchester | 33 yd | |
| Mac street kitchen | Mac Street Kitchen, 67 Crouch Street West | 48 yd | |
| Beacon House | 24 Crouch Street East, Colchester | 166 yd | |
| Deli basha coffee | Deli Basha Coffee 2 Provident House, 37 Crouch Street East | 204 yd | |
| Noodle Zone | 19-21 Crouch Street East, Colchester | 262 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bull Hotel | The Bull Hotel, 2-4 Crouch Street East | 286 yd | |
| North Countrymans Club | 4 Church Street, Colchester | 294 yd | |
| Two Brews of Essex | Two Brews Essex Ltd, 11 Church Street | 299 yd | |
| The Centurion | 66 North Hill, Colchester | 373 yd | |
| The Ale House | 82 Butt Road, Colchester | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bodrum Grill | 12 Crouch Street East, Colchester | 249 yd | |
| Brim Burgers | 3 High Street, Colchester | 381 yd | |
| Big Mouth | 156C High Street, Colchester | 415 yd | |
| KFC | 10 High Street, Colchester | 435 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | Greggs, 30 Culver Street West | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 46 Crouch Street West | 71 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | Iceland Foods Limited 25-26 St Johns Walk, St Johns Street | 499 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, 11-14 Priory Walk | 855 yd | |
| Jam International Store | 35 North Station Road, Colchester | 890 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Sixth Form College Colchester NORTH HILL | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 395 yd |
| Colchester Royal Grammar School LEXDEN ROAD | swimming pool | 413 yd |
| Colchester Institute SHEEPEN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 700 yd |
| The Colchester Officers' Club ST. JOHNS GREEN | tennis courts | 815 yd |
| The Gym (Colchester) 20-28 20-28 QUEEN STREET | health and fitness suite | 853 yd |
| Colchester Garrison Athletics Stadium ABBEYFIELDS SPORTS FIELD ABBEYFIELDS SPORTS FIELD CIRCULAR ROAD NORTH | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Kingswode Hoe School SUSSEX ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 866 yd |
| St Helena School SHEEPEN ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 897 yd |
| Arena Sports & Leisure Club (Closed) Circular Road East | health and fitness suite | 917 yd |
| Playfootball Colchester SHEEPEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 940 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 | 68.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 68.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 68.2% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.