Church Road is in Tiptree, Colchester and in Colchester district. CO5 0AW is located in the Tiptree electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witham. This postcode has been in use since 2003-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Road, Tiptree, Colchester, CO5 0AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO5 0AB, CO5 0GY, CO5 0AA, CO5 0HB, CO5 0HE, CO5 0AD, CO5 0UP, CO5 0HD, CO5 0RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO5 0AW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.3% | 48.2% | -7.1% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 44.7% | 51.8% | 7.1% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 30.1% | 33.2% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 45% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 11.3% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 11% | 7.1% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 45.2% | 46.1% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 35.2% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 18% | 13.2% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 31.2% | 20% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 10.3% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.3% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.4% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 17.6% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 27.4% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -6.4% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.1% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.8% | 91.6% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 96.1% | 92.6% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 92.6% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.9% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.8% | 37.2% | 12.6% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 17.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.1% lower than the Tiptree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Tiptree and the 80th lowest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 8 Jubilee Court Church Road, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2025-07-28 | £156,981 |
| Flat 4 Jubilee Court Church Road, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2022-03-25 | £155,631 |
| Flat 4 Jubilee Court Church Road, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-11-16 | £158,581 |
| Flat 3 Jubilee Court Church Road, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £151,500 | 2018-08-02 | £158,894 |
| Flat 1 Jubilee Court Church Road, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2016-04-14 | £148,154 |
CO5 0AW 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 | 138 |
| Retired | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School 66 Church Road , Tiptree CO5 0SU | 3out of 4 | 167 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milldene Primary School 65 Barbrook Lane , Tiptree CO5 0EF | 3out of 4 | 926 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tiptree Heath Primary School 103 Maldon Road , Tiptree CO5 0PG | - not rated | 995 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baynards Primary School Townsend Road , Tiptree CO5 0ND | 3out of 4 | 1,459 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Messing Primary School School Road , Messing CO5 9TH | 3out of 4 | 2,796 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre Maypole Road , Tiptree CO5 0EW | 3out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiptree Spice | 126 Church Road, Tiptree | 163 yd | |
| Tiptree Community Fridge | Unit 4, 20 Station Road | 184 yd | |
| The Exchange | 33 Church Road, Tiptree | 453 yd | |
| 7 Spices | The New Times, 87 Maldon Road | 830 yd | |
| Bespoke Bouqcakes | The Jays, Pennsylvania Lane | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiptree Press Club | 2A Grove Road, Tiptree | 452 yd | |
| New Times | The New Times, 87 Maldon Road | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Wongs | 102 Church Road, Tiptree | 62 yd | |
| Gardenia | 80 Church Road, Tiptree | 139 yd | |
| Tiptree Bar B Q House | Unit 3, 80 Church Road | 139 yd | |
| Chris's Fish Bar | 124 Church Road, Tiptree | 156 yd | |
| Spice Hut | 126 Church Road, Tiptree | 163 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA Tiptree | Asda Tiptree Ltd Asda, 25 Church Road | 708 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tiptree United Football Club (Closed) Chapel Road | grass pitches | 183 yd |
| Atlantis Health & Beauty CHAPEL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 221 yd |
| St Lukes C Of E Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 287 yd |
| Milldene Primary School BARBROOK LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 986 yd |
| Tiptree Heath Primary School MALDON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,080 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.