Hill Road is in Coggeshall, Colchester and in Braintree district. CO6 1SP 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 Hill Road, Coggeshall, Colchester, CO6 1SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO6 1YD, CO6 1GY, CO6 1SR, CO6 1SS, CO6 1RN, CO6 1RP, CO6 1ST, CO6 1SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO6 1SP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 51.6% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 48.4% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 26.4% | 30.6% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 50% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 9.9% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 8.8% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 49.2% | 44.5% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 39.1% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 12.3% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.3% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 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 | 25.3% | 21.5% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 10.6% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 17.6% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 18.3% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 24.6% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.6% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 96.6% | 97% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 97% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Road was 103.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 98.5% higher than the Coggeshall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Coggeshall and the 71st highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 88.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Hill Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-07-08 | £362,513 |
| 2 Hill Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2022-04-08 | £400,957 |
| 2 Hill Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-04-23 | £378,793 |
| 3 Hill Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2020-08-17 | £366,167 |
| 2 Hill Road, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2017-02-16 | £365,715 |
CO6 1SP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Construction | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Coggeshall Myneer Park , Coggeshall CO6 1YU | 3out of 4 | 232 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Feering Church of England Primary School Coggeshall Road , Feering CO5 9QB | 3out of 4 | 3,725 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 | 4,488 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 4,882 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Chrismund Way , Great Tey CO6 1AZ | 3out of 4 | 5,127 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 | 738 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakealicious Tea Room | 10 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 847 yd | |
| Coggeshall Spice | 12 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 851 yd | |
| Maria's | 1 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 882 yd | |
| Cafe Bijou | 3 - 7 Market End, Coggeshall | 882 yd | |
| Ranfields Brasserie | 4/6 Stoneham Street, Coggeshall | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woolpack Inn | 91 Church Street, Coggeshall | 559 yd | |
| Coggeshall Conservative Club | 32 Church Street, Coggeshall | 715 yd | |
| The Chapel Inn | 4 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coddeshall Fish And Chips | 16 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 862 yd | |
| Fei's | 6 Market Hill, Coggeshall | 883 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Honywood Community Science School HONEYWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 931 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.