Halstead Road is in Earls Colne, Colchester and in Braintree district. CO6 2GP is located in the The Colnes electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Halstead Road, Earls Colne, Colchester, CO6 2GP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO6 2LX, CO6 2LY, CO6 2LU, CO6 2NU, CO6 2NL, CO6 2NT, CO6 2LT, CO6 2NH, CO6 2NG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO6 2GP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.5% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 26.2% | 35.2% | 9.0% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 37.4% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 16.4% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 12.6% | 8.7% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.5% | 29.5% | -8.0% | 48.4% | -18.9% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 35.6% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 20.5% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 9.1% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 5.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 4.1% |
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.
In the area around CO6 2GP this area, 31.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.3% | 31.7% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 11.5% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 14.2% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 5.5% | -2.9% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 16.1% | 9.1% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 18.8% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.2% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 99.2% | 96.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 96.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.9% | 13.5% | 13.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Halstead Road was 121.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 192.2% higher than the The Colnes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Halstead Road has the highest crime rate of 29 local areas in The Colnes and the 53rd highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 103.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Great Pitchers Halstead Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2020-09-18 | £784,920 |
| 3 Great Pitchers Halstead Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £497,000 | 2011-08-31 | £881,045 |
| 2 Great Pitchers Halstead Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2010-12-10 | £973,587 |
| 2 Great Pitchers Halstead Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2008-07-31 | £929,058 |
| 3 Great Pitchers Halstead Road, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2007-04-13 | £902,135 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earls Colne Primary School and Nursery Park Lane , Earls Colne CO6 2RH | 3out of 4 | 1,283 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 | 1,610 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Halstead Mathews Close , CO9 2BH | 3out of 4 | 3,859 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard De Clare Community Academy Parsonage Street , CO9 2JT | 3out of 4 | 3,962 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Halstead Beridge Road , CO9 1JH | 3out of 4 | 4,709 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ramsey Academy, Halstead Colne Road , CO9 2HR | 3out of 4 | 3,779 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Drapers | 53 High Street, Earls Colne | 833 yd | |
| We Are Table | 90 High Street, Earls Colne | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earls Colne Recreation Club | Halstead Road, Earls Colne | 219 yd | |
| Colne Valley Golf Club | Station Road, Earls Colne | 430 yd | |
| The Drum Inn | 21 High Street, Earls Colne | 685 yd | |
| The Lion PH | 11 High Street, Earls Colne | 685 yd | |
| Earls Colne The Atlas Social Club | 4 Foundry Lane, Earls Colne | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Star | 25 High Street, Earls Colne | 685 yd | |
| Rainbow Fish Bar | 68 High Street, Earls Colne | 833 yd | |
| Golden Harvest | 68A High Street, Earls Colne | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co-op | 37 High Street, Earls Colne | 685 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Earls Colne Recreation Club HALSTEAD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 229 yd |
| Colne Valley Golf Club STATION ROAD | golf | 401 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.