Lower Green is in Wakes Colne, Colchester and in Colchester district. CO6 2AZ 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 Lower Green, Wakes Colne, Colchester, CO6 2AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO6 2AZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 44.4% | 48.7% | 4.3% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 55.6% | 51.3% | -4.3% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 2AZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% 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 | 38.4% | 23.7% | -14.7% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 59.8% | 8.0% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 2.7% | 8.2% | 5.5% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 7.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 45.9% | 41.1% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 41.1% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 14.3% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 36.6% | 16% | -20.6% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 8% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 14% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 22% | 14.9% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 32% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -1.8% |
| Other | 7.1% | 1% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 99.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 94.1% | 90.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 4.4% | 3.7% | 0.3% | 4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 92% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Green was 36.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.9% lower than the Lexden and Braiswick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lower Green has the 41st lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Lexden and Braiswick and the 208th lowest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Legerton Cottages Lower Green, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2024-08-30 | £419,173 |
| Willow Meade Lower Green, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2024-07-09 | £876,534 |
| The Shambles Lower Green, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-01-26 | £454,268 |
| Farm View Lower Green, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £401,000 | 2023-08-29 | £411,542 |
| Jordans Farm Lower Green, Colchester, Essex Other, an established residential building | £1,300,000 | 2021-03-11 | £1,354,228 |
CO6 2AZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% 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 2AZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 CO6 2AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 31 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chappel Church of England Controlled Primary School The Street , Chappel CO6 2DD | 3out of 4 | 1,993 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Earls Colne Primary School and Nursery Park Lane , Earls Colne CO6 2RH | 3out of 4 | 3,935 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Engaine Church of England Primary School Green Farm Road , Colne Engaine CO6 2HA | 3out of 4 | 4,399 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Nayland Road , CO8 5BX | 4out of 4 | 4,417 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fordham All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Mill Road , Fordham CO6 3NN | 4out of 4 | 4,502 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chappel And Wakes Colne Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND CRICKET GROUND INWORTH LANE | grass pitches | 877 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 | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| 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 | 3.7% |
| Median download speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 189 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 650 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 650 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 183.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 650 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.