Mersea Road is in Langenhoe, Colchester and in Colchester district. CO5 7LQ is located in the Mersea and Pyefleet electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harwich and North Essex. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mersea Road, Langenhoe, Colchester, CO5 7LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO5 7LQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% 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 | 52.7% | 54.6% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 47.3% | 45.4% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 CO5 7LQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60% 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 | 24.1% | 27.1% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 60% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8% | 5.8% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 5.2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 48.5% | 53.3% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 32.2% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 12.2% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 21.9% | 15.6% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.4% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 16.2% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 5.2% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 19.5% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 32.5% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.6% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.5% | 97.3% | 5.8% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 89.1% | 95.1% | 6.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.5% | 1.6% | -3.9% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.1% | 95.1% | 6.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 76.7% | 13.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mersea Road was 28.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.6% lower than the Marks Tey and Layer average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Mersea Road has the 21st lowest crime rate of 60 local areas in Marks Tey and Layer and the 156th lowest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.8%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashtree Cottage Mersea Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2025-05-23 | £669,410 |
| 1 Causeway Cottages Mersea Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-09-09 | £349,284 |
| Taqdeer Mersea Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £745,000 | 2020-12-21 | £821,300 |
| Tyeside Mersea Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2012-08-15 | £756,316 |
| Georgian House Mersea Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2003-08-18 | £874,788 |
CO5 7LQ 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.
CO5 7LQ 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 | 50 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langenhoe Community Primary School Bracken Way , Abberton CO5 7PG | 2out of 4 | 183 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fingringhoe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Church Road , Fingringhoe CO5 7BN | 3out of 4 | 3,227 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Academy Holt Drive , Mersea Road CO2 0BG | 2out of 4 | 3,240 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge Rectory Road , Rowhedge CO5 7HR | 3out of 4 | 4,069 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Layer-de-la-Haye Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School High Road , Layer-de-la-Haye CO2 0DS | 3out of 4 | 4,446 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Thomas Lord Audley School Monkwick Avenue , Monkwick CO2 8NJ | 3out of 4 | 4,772 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abberton Cc ABBERTON ROAD | grass pitches | 696 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 | 300 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 289.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 286 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 600 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.