Hazelton Road is in Colchester and in Colchester district. CO4 3DS 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 3DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO4 3EF, CO4 3DX, CO4 0DR, CO4 0DJ, CO4 3EG, CO4 3DT, CO4 0PT, CO4 0DH, CO4 3EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO4 3DS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 50.5% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49.5% | 2.3% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of CO4 3DS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.7% | 35% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 52% | 4.7% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11% | 6.7% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 4.3% | -1.8% | 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 | 49.8% | 45.8% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 34.3% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 14.1% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.9% | 18.5% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 16.5% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 15.7% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 19.7% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 23.2% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.6% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 4.6% | 4.2% | -0.4% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 91.8% | 87.7% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 6.3% |
In this area, 85.6% 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 | 89.5% | 85.6% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 7.4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 5.1% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.5% | 85.6% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 10.3% | 9.6% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 1% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.7% | 37.2% | 11.5% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hazelton Road was 84.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.4% lower than the Greenstead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hazelton Road has the 39th lowest crime rate of 79 local areas in Greenstead and the 207th highest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Hazelton Road, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £206,500 | 2024-04-04 | £214,938 |
| 51 Hazelton Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-04-14 | £341,075 |
| 71 Hazelton Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-08-27 | £263,330 |
| Layco Cottage, 46 Hazelton Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £259,950 | 2019-03-29 | £302,223 |
| Layco Cottage, 46 Hazelton Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2018-12-20 | £295,431 |
CO4 3DS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
CO4 3DS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery Barnardiston Road , CO4 0DT | 3out of 4 | 362 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Friars Grove Primary School Upland Drive , CO4 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 436 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Templewood Road , CO4 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 618 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roach Vale Primary School Roach Vale , Parsons Heath CO4 3YN | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazelmere Junior School Hawthorn Avenue , CO4 3JP | 3out of 4 | 980 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 | 1,023 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gilberd School Brinkley Lane , CO4 9PU | 4out of 4 | 2,121 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Trinity School Brinkley Lane , CO4 9PU | - not rated | 2,176 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helena School Sheepen Road , CO3 3LE | 3out of 4 | 2,989 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colchester Royal Grammar School Lexden Road , CO3 3ND | 4out of 4 | 3,425 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 | 2,680 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colchester Institute Sheepen Road , CO3 3LL | - not rated | 3,023 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 | 2,720 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Essex Wivenhoe Park , CO4 3SQ | - not rated | 3,083 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colchester High School Wellesley Road , CO3 3HD | - not rated | 3,208 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxford House School 2 Lexden Road , CO3 3NE | - not rated | 3,342 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Aubyn Centre Education Department St Aubyn Centre , CO4 5HG | 4out of 4 | 3,573 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 | 498 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish 'N' Chick'N | Fish 'n' Chick'n, 54 St Christopher Road | 497 yd | |
| Indian Village | 319 Harwich Road, Colchester | 499 yd | |
| Wink Lee | Wink Lee Chinese Takeaway, 197 Harwich Road | 570 yd | |
| Harwich Road Fish and Chips | Harwich Road Fish And Chips, 354 Harwich Road | 573 yd | |
| Peking Palace | 356 Harwich Road, Colchester | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 48-52 St Christopher Road | 494 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 19A Bromley Road | 787 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colchester Sports And Social Ground (Closed) | grass pitches | 381 yd |
| Willow Brook Primary School BARNARDISTON ROAD | grass pitches | 443 yd |
| Parsons Heath C Of E Primary School TEMPLEWOOD ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 501 yd |
| Friars Grove Primary School UPLAND DRIVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 540 yd |
| Roach Vale Primary School ROACH VALE | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Hazelmere Junior School HAWTHORN AVENUE | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Colchester Academy HAWTHORN AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 882 yd |
| Gasrec Playing Field SALARY CLOSE | grass pitches | 888 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 | 60.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.