Birchwood Close is in West Mersea, Colchester and in Colchester district. CO5 8PP 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 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birchwood Close, West Mersea, Colchester, CO5 8PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO5 8BU, CO5 8EW, CO5 8BJ, CO5 8BQ, CO5 8PR, CO5 8PL, CO5 8BB, CO5 8AF, CO5 8PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO5 8PP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% 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 | 54.9% | 54.8% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 45.1% | 45.2% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
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 8PP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.7% 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 | 16.7% | 17.9% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.3% | 56.7% | -9.6% | 44.2% | 12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 9.6% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 14.2% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 8.1% |
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 | 42.7% | 38% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 42.7% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 9.1% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 15.7% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 4.0% | -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 | 21.5% | 20.6% | -0.9% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 11.8% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 10.9% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.6% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 13.9% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 34% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 0.2% |
| Other | 5.3% | 1.3% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.9% | 95.9% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 93% | 91.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 92.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.7% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Not answered | 11.5% | 6.0% | 5.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birchwood Close was 23.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.4% lower than the Mersea and Pyefleet average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birchwood Close has the 11th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Mersea and Pyefleet and the 112th lowest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Birchwood Close, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2017-06-26 | £458,744 |
| 5 Birchwood Close, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2009-06-16 | £428,799 |
| 3 Birchwood Close, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2001-09-10 | £438,110 |
CO5 8PP 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 8PP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 390 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 | 274 yd | |
| St Helena Shop & Cafe | 47 Kingsland Road, West Mersea | 306 yd | |
| Mersea island fish bar | Mersea Island Fish Bar, 37 High Street North | 814 yd | |
| The Mersea Deli | 42 High Street, West Mersea | 918 yd | |
| Titash | 40B High Street, West Mersea | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal British Legion | 39 Barfield Road, West Mersea | 491 yd | |
| The Fox | Fox Inn, 106 East Road | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Kitchen | 31 Kingsland Road, West Mersea | 262 yd | |
| Nupur | 37A Kingsland Road, West Mersea | 274 yd | |
| China Kitchen | 13A High Street, West Mersea | 995 yd | |
| Unique Fish Bar | 10 Church Road, West Mersea | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op | 43 Barfield Road, West Mersea | 375 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mersea Island School BARFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| The Glebe COLCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 731 yd |
| Mersea Centre HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 908 yd |
| West Mersea Bowls Club COLCHESTER ROAD | indoor bowls | 1,001 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.