West Street is in Coggeshall, Colchester and in Braintree district. CO6 1NS is located in the Coggeshall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Street, Coggeshall, Colchester, CO6 1NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO6 1PB, CO6 1NY, CO6 1NR, CO6 1NL, CO6 1UP, CO6 1NP, CO6 1NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO6 1NS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 48.9% | 49.8% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 51.1% | 50.2% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 28.1% | 32.1% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 50.7% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 11.2% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 52.8% | 44% | -8.8% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 37% | 8.8% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 15.2% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 6% | 2.3% | -3.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 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 | 23.2% | 14.1% | -9.1% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 10.3% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 18.3% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.6% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 15% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.1% | 34.7% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.9% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 96.1% | 97.7% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 97.7% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.8% | 37.2% | 11.6% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Street was 15.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.1% lower than the Coggeshall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Coggeshall and the 58th lowest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 West Street, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2025-09-22 | £237,000 |
| 17 West Street, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-06-06 | £259,740 |
| 33 West Street, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-10-31 | £286,624 |
| 11 West Street, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2024-09-04 | £523,642 |
| 13 West Street, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-05-24 | £261,015 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Coggeshall Myneer Park , Coggeshall CO6 1YU | 3out of 4 | 1,079 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Feering Church of England Primary School Coggeshall Road , Feering CO5 9QB | 3out of 4 | 4,198 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy Docwra Road , Kelvedon CO5 9DS | 4out of 4 | 4,588 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silver End Academy School Road , Silver End CM8 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 5,088 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,059 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paycockes House | 25 West Street, Coggeshall | 5 yd | |
| Maria's | 1 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 360 yd | |
| Ranfields Brasserie | 4/6 Stoneham Street, Coggeshall | 360 yd | |
| Cafe Bijou | 3 - 7 Market End, Coggeshall | 365 yd | |
| Coggeshall Spice | 12 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 391 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chapel Inn | 4 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 359 yd | |
| Coggeshall Conservative Club | 32 Church Street, Coggeshall | 546 yd | |
| Coggeshall Town Football Club | West Street, Coggeshall | 710 yd | |
| The Woolpack Inn | 91 Church Street, Coggeshall | 785 yd | |
| Coggeshall Town Cricket Club | Kelvedon Road, Coggeshall | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fei's | 6 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 359 yd | |
| Coddeshall Fish And Chips | 16 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 381 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Crops COGGESHALL TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB COGGESHALL TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB WEST STREET | grass pitches | 798 yd |
| Coggeshall Town Cricket Club COGGESHALL CRICKET CLUB COGGESHALL CRICKET CLUB KELVEDON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 37.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 56.64 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 56.64 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.05 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.