New Street is in Brightlingsea, Colchester and in Tendring district. CO7 0DJ 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 New Street, Brightlingsea, Colchester, CO7 0DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO7 0BD, CO7 0DN, CO7 0DG, CO7 0DL, CO7 0GZ, CO7 0DP, CO7 0DH, CO7 0AY, CO7 0DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CO7 0DJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 49.6% | 47.3% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 50.4% | 52.7% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 33.3% | 33.9% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.3% | 47.9% | 8.6% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Separated | 6.3% | 2.5% | -3.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 16% | 11.2% | -4.8% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 5% | 4.5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.6% | 46.8% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 36.9% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 13.3% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.3% | 14.5% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 13.7% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14.5% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.4% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 15.8% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 34.4% | 11.4% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.7% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 95.3% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95.6% | 94.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 94% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 5.3% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59% | 37.2% | 21.8% |
| Christian | 35.3% | 46.2% | -10.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Street was 35.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.3% lower than the Brightlingsea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Street has the 10th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Brightlingsea and the 157th lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 127D New Street, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £116,500 | 2024-03-15 | £116,247 |
| 127A New Street, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2024-03-01 | £151,670 |
| 127B New Street, Colchester, Essex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,450 | 2023-11-27 | £142,204 |
| 102 New Street, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2023-05-15 | £271,442 |
| 125 New Street, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-06-10 | £168,854 |
CO7 0DJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% 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.
CO7 0DJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Construction | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 507 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Osyth Church of England Primary School Norman Close , St Osyth CO16 8PN | 2out of 4 | 4,642 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alresford Primary School Ford Lane , Alresford CO7 8AU | 3out of 4 | 5,403 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 | 1,517 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BWYC 'The Old Sail Loft' | University Yacht Club, 45 Waterside | 152 yd | |
| No. 1 Harbour Square | 1 Harbour Square, Waterside Marina | 211 yd | |
| Fresh Cafe | 64-70 Tower Street, Brightlingsea | 242 yd | |
| Coach House Coffee Shop | The Coach House, Waterside | 251 yd | |
| The Waterside Fish and Chips | Waterside Cafe, 59 Waterside | 251 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brightlingsea Sailing Club | Oyster Tank Road, Brightlingsea | 206 yd | |
| UCSC Ltd (University Community Sailing Club) | The Old Sail Loft, Waterside | 251 yd | |
| Colne Yacht Club | Waterside, Brightlingsea | 251 yd | |
| Railway Tavern | 58 Station Road, Brightlingsea | 317 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 11 Sydney Street, Brightlingsea | 343 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaview | 32 Station Road, Brightlingsea | 296 yd | |
| Winkies Fish And Chips | 7 - 9 New Street, Brightlingsea | 344 yd | |
| Graze N Table | Antique Curios, 12A High Street | 470 yd | |
| Rose of Bengal | 49 High Street, Brightlingsea | 504 yd | |
| Vinny's Pizza Shack | 5 Lower Park Road, Brightlingsea | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Daily | 25-27 Station Road, Brightlingsea | 296 yd | |
| Tesco | 44 Victoria Place, Brightlingsea | 454 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool Promenade Way Promenade Way PROMENADE WAY | swimming pool | 464 yd |
| Brightlingsea Primary School And Nursery BRIGHTLINGSEA COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL BRIGHTLINGSEA COUNTY INFANT SCHOOL EASTERN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 577 yd |
| Brightlingsea Regent Football Club NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 975 yd |
| Regent Road Recreation Ground REGENT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,028 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 | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 2.3% |
| 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 | 2.3% |
| Median download speed | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.