James Street is in Brightlingsea, Colchester and in Tendring district. CO7 0DA is located in the Brightlingsea 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 James Street, Brightlingsea, Colchester, CO7 0DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO7 0BG, CO7 0BZ, CO7 0DD, CO7 0BE, CO7 0DB, CO7 0DZ, CO7 0BY, CO7 0HN, CO7 0AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO7 0DA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 52.2% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 47.7% | 47.8% | 0.1% | 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 | 35.4% | 36.3% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 32.7% | -0.5% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 19.3% | 19.5% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 10.4% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 45.3% | 46.7% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 33.9% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 15.9% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.6% | 15.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 11.9% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 18.5% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 8.8% | 7.0% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 20.3% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 22.5% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.2% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 95.4% | 97.6% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 95.1% | 95.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 95.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 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 | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.9% | 37.2% | 24.7% |
| Christian | 28.4% | 46.2% | -17.8% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around James Street was 38.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.0% lower than the Brightlingsea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
James Street has the 14th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Brightlingsea and the 182nd lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.5%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 James Street, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2022-07-11 | £232,118 |
| 3 James Street, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2020-08-10 | £139,462 |
| 3 James Street, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2008-02-27 | £110,493 |
| 3 James Street, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2004-08-17 | £107,981 |
| 1 James Street, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2004-02-06 | £124,649 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightlingsea Primary School and Nursery Eastern Road , Brightlingsea CO7 0HU | 4out of 4 | 328 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Osyth Church of England Primary School Norman Close , St Osyth CO16 8PN | 2out of 4 | 4,560 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alresford Primary School Ford Lane , Alresford CO7 8AU | 3out of 4 | 5,248 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Community School and College (Secondary and 16 to 19 Provision) Church Road , Brightlingsea CO7 0QL | 1out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Cafe | 64-70 Tower Street, Brightlingsea | 84 yd | |
| Star Fast Food | 5 New Street, Brightlingsea | 86 yd | |
| Raj Massala | 33 Tower Street, Brightlingsea | 143 yd | |
| Joy Thai Kitchen | 1A New Street, Brightlingsea | 159 yd | |
| Victoria Cafe | 22 Victoria Place, Brightlingsea | 163 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion | 11 Sydney Street, Brightlingsea | 85 yd | |
| The Kings Head | 41 Victoria Place, Brightlingsea | 260 yd | |
| Railway Tavern | 58 Station Road, Brightlingsea | 315 yd | |
| Brightlingsea Sailing Club | Oyster Tank Road, Brightlingsea | 462 yd | |
| Colne Yacht Club | Waterside, Brightlingsea | 465 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winkies Fish And Chips | 7 - 9 New Street, Brightlingsea | 86 yd | |
| Graze N Table | Antique Curios, 12A High Street | 208 yd | |
| Seaview | 32 Station Road, Brightlingsea | 240 yd | |
| Rose of Bengal | 49 High Street, Brightlingsea | 257 yd | |
| Vinny's Pizza Shack | 5 Lower Park Road, Brightlingsea | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 44 Victoria Place, Brightlingsea | 219 yd | |
| Co-op Daily | 25-27 Station Road, Brightlingsea | 240 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brightlingsea Primary School And Nursery BRIGHTLINGSEA COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL BRIGHTLINGSEA COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL EASTERN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 446 yd |
| Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool Promenade Way Promenade Way PROMENADE WAY | swimming pool | 659 yd |
| Brightlingsea Regent Football Club NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 745 yd |
| Regent Road Recreation Ground REGENT ROAD | grass pitches | 770 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.