East Road is in West Mersea, Colchester and in Colchester district. CO5 8HA 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 East Road, West Mersea, Colchester, CO5 8HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO5 8HB, CO5 8GW, CO5 8GG, CO5 8ET, CO5 8EU, CO5 8GF, CO5 8ER, CO5 8EP, CO5 8HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO5 8HA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 51.5% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.5% | -1.1% | 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 CO5 8HA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.1% 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 | 21.1% | 23.2% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 61.1% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 16.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 6.4% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 7.1% | 2.4% | 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 | 46.9% | 45.5% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 37.7% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.4% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 14.7% | 15% | 0.3% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 13.5% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 14.5% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 19.5% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 28.8% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.2% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.2% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 97.3% | 96.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Road was 67.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.8% higher than the Mersea and Pyefleet average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
East Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Mersea and Pyefleet and the 257th highest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.1%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 East Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2022-08-24 | £551,367 |
| 51 East Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2020-06-19 | £580,606 |
| 50A East Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £514,995 | 2018-08-14 | £595,133 |
| 50A East Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2018-06-06 | £576,898 |
| 65 East Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2016-12-09 | £534,269 |
CO5 8HA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 8HA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CO5 8HA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 164 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Self-Employed | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Construction | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mersea Island School Barfield Road , West Mersea CO5 8QX | 3out of 4 | 856 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Forge Filling Station | 37 Kingsland Road, West Mersea | 691 yd | |
| St Helena Shop & Cafe | 47 Kingsland Road, West Mersea | 746 yd | |
| Mersea island fish bar | Mersea Island Fish Bar, 37 High Street North | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fox | Fox Inn, 106 East Road | 606 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion | 39 Barfield Road, West Mersea | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Kitchen | 31 Kingsland Road, West Mersea | 671 yd | |
| Nupur | 37A Kingsland Road, West Mersea | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op | 43 Barfield Road, West Mersea | 783 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Glebe COLCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 438 yd |
| Mersea Island School BARFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 902 yd |
| West Mersea Bowls Club COLCHESTER ROAD | indoor bowls | 1,087 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% |
| Median download speed | 44 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.