Hazelton Road is in Colchester and in Colchester district. CO4 3DR is located in the St Anne's and St John's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Colchester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hazelton Road, Colchester, CO4 3DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO4 3DY, CO4 3DZ, CO4 3EE, CO4 3EB, CO4 3EA, CO4 3HF, CO4 3ED, CO4 0PJ, CO4 3EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO4 3DR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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% | 53.6% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 45.3% | 46.4% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 | 26.5% | 39.7% | 13.2% | 37.9% | 1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 38% | -13.1% | 44.2% | -6.2% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 11.8% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 7.9% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 47.9% | 37.5% | -10.4% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 33.7% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 20.8% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 6.4% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.9% | 24% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 13.8% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 10.7% | -7.1% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 6.7% | -1.1% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 20.4% | 12.2% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 24% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 3.1% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.5% | 92.1% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 93.6% | 88.2% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.9% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 4.6% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 87.5% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.4% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.8% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.9% | 6.5% | -1.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hazelton Road was 36.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.8% lower than the Greenstead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hazelton Road has the 18th lowest crime rate of 79 local areas in Greenstead and the 213th lowest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Walter Porters Court Hazelton Road, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-10-13 | £120,784 |
| 6 Walter Porters Court Hazelton Road, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2004-04-14 | £121,076 |
CO4 3DR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Templewood Road , CO4 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 385 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Grove Primary School Upland Drive , CO4 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 475 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery Barnardiston Road , CO4 0DT | 3out of 4 | 619 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roach Vale Primary School Roach Vale , Parsons Heath CO4 3YN | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazelmere Junior School Hawthorn Avenue , CO4 3JP | 3out of 4 | 846 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colchester Academy Hawthorn Avenue , CO4 3JL | 3out of 4 | 912 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gilberd School Brinkley Lane , CO4 9PU | 4out of 4 | 2,128 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Trinity School Brinkley Lane , CO4 9PU | - not rated | 2,186 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helena School Sheepen Road , CO3 3LE | 3out of 4 | 3,246 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colchester Royal Grammar School Lexden Road , CO3 3ND | 4out of 4 | 3,689 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 2,945 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colchester Institute Sheepen Road , CO3 3LL | - not rated | 3,284 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North East Essex Co-operative Academy Turner Road , Mile End CO4 5LB | 3out of 4 | 2,853 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Essex Wivenhoe Park , CO4 3SQ | - not rated | 3,093 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colchester High School Wellesley Road , CO3 3HD | - not rated | 3,471 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxford House School 2 Lexden Road , CO3 3NE | - not rated | 3,607 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Aubyn Centre Education Department St Aubyn Centre , CO4 5HG | 4out of 4 | 3,661 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 58 St Christopher Road, Colchester | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Village | 319 Harwich Road, Colchester | 396 yd | |
| Harwich Road Fish and Chips | Harwich Road Fish And Chips, 354 Harwich Road | 422 yd | |
| Peking Palace | 356 Harwich Road, Colchester | 422 yd | |
| Fish 'N' Chick'N | Fish 'n' Chick'n, 54 St Christopher Road | 466 yd | |
| China Garden | 21 Bromley Road, Colchester | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 48-52 St Christopher Road | 452 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 19A Bromley Road | 631 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colchester Sports And Social Ground (Closed) | grass pitches | 161 yd |
| Parsons Heath C Of E Primary School TEMPLEWOOD ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 237 yd |
| Roach Vale Primary School ROACH VALE | grass pitches | 508 yd |
| Friars Grove Primary School UPLAND DRIVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 615 yd |
| Gasrec Playing Field SALARY CLOSE | grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Willow Brook Primary School BARNARDISTON ROAD | grass pitches | 708 yd |
| Hazelmere Junior School HAWTHORN AVENUE | grass pitches | 709 yd |
| Colchester Academy HAWTHORN AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 784 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.