Chappel Road is in Great Tey, Colchester and in Colchester district. CO6 1JW is located in the Rural North 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 Chappel Road, Great Tey, Colchester, CO6 1JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO6 1JL, CO6 1JQ, CO6 1LA, CO6 1JP, CO6 1JN, CO6 1AZ, CO6 1JH, CO6 1AA, CO6 1BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO6 1JW has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 49.8% | 50% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 CO6 1JW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.2% 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 | 22.9% | 24.4% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 56.2% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 12.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7% | 8.5% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 8.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 46.4% | 50.3% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 32.8% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 11.1% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 22.5% | 19.5% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 8.6% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 12.1% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 18.8% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.7% | 34% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 0.2% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 96.8% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.4% | 97.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 63.9% | 46.2% | 17.7% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chappel Road was 36.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.7% lower than the Lexden and Braiswick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chappel Road has the 42nd lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Lexden and Braiswick and the 210th lowest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.7%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Chappel Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-10-11 | £332,471 |
| 2 Hylands Chappel Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-04-25 | £278,962 |
| 6 Chappel Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-02-18 | £340,892 |
| 6 Chappel Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2018-04-25 | £214,641 |
| Nu Sty Chappel Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2012-12-14 | £1,009,746 |
CO6 1JW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% 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.
CO6 1JW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Chrismund Way , Great Tey CO6 1AZ | 3out of 4 | 218 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chappel Church of England Controlled Primary School The Street , Chappel CO6 2DD | 3out of 4 | 2,401 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Marks Tey Mandeville Road , Marks Tey CO6 1HL | 3out of 4 | 3,453 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Earls Colne Primary School and Nursery Park Lane , Earls Colne CO6 2RH | 3out of 4 | 4,268 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fordham All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Mill Road , Fordham CO6 3NN | 4out of 4 | 4,463 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Honywood Community Science School Westfield Drive , Coggeshall CO6 1PZ | 3out of 4 | 5,253 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chequers | Chequers Inn, The Street | 384 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 | 68.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.