Colchester Road is in Tiptree, Colchester and in Colchester district. CO5 0ET is located in the Tiptree electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colchester Road, Tiptree, Colchester, CO5 0ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO5 0EU, CO5 0NS, CO5 0ES, CO5 0NR, CO5 0EN, CO5 0EP, CO5 0NF, CO5 0NZ, CO5 0NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO5 0ET has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 49.2% | 48.8% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 51.2% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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% | 32.7% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 47.3% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10% | 11.6% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 8% | 6.9% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 43.6% | 40.1% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 42.2% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 8.6% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 13.1% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.4% | 21.7% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 14.1% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 17.3% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 9.4% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 14.4% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 20.9% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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 | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.4% | 94.2% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 96.3% | 93.9% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 93.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.8% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colchester Road was 82.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.5% higher than the Tiptree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Colchester Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Tiptree and the 210th highest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilac Cottage Colchester Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-10-20 | £378,174 |
| Lilac Cottage Colchester Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-09-28 | £380,905 |
| Willow Cottage Colchester Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £196,300 | 2017-07-06 | £238,591 |
| Lilac Cottage Colchester Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2014-01-24 | £374,865 |
| Lilac Cottage Colchester Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2001-10-18 | £427,792 |
CO5 0ET area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baynards Primary School Townsend Road , Tiptree CO5 0ND | 3out of 4 | 545 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milldene Primary School 65 Barbrook Lane , Tiptree CO5 0EF | 3out of 4 | 738 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Messing Primary School School Road , Messing CO5 9TH | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Controlled Primary School 66 Church Road , Tiptree CO5 0SU | 3out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tiptree Heath Primary School 103 Maldon Road , Tiptree CO5 0PG | - not rated | 2,151 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 394 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA Tiptree | Asda Tiptree Ltd Asda, 25 Church Road | 925 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leisure World Tiptree MAYPOLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 313 yd |
| Colchester Road (Closed) Colchester Road | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Warriors Rest WARRIORS REST WARRIORS REST MAYPOLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 358 yd |
| Milldene Primary School BARBROOK LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 625 yd |
| Baynards Primary School TOWNSEND ROAD | grass pitches | 629 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.