Elm Estate is in East Bergholt, Colchester and in Babergh district. CO7 6SH is located in the East Bergholt electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Estate, East Bergholt, Colchester, CO7 6SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO7 6SJ, CO7 6SF, CO7 6SG, CO7 6SX, CO7 6SY, CO7 6SS, CO7 6QZ, CO7 6QY, CO7 6SB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO7 6SH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.5% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.5% | -1.7% | 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 | 23.7% | 31.9% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 50.8% | -9.4% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.9% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 9.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 48.5% | 46.1% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 29.5% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 20% | 9.4% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.3% | 21.3% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 12.9% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 21.7% | 6.4% | 13.4% | 8.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 5.7% | -1.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 12.5% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 22.1% | -3.7% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 98% | 96.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 95.3% 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% | 95.3% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 95.3% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Estate was 56.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 117.7% higher than the Brantham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elm Estate has the 4th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Brantham and the 69th highest crime rate of 301 local areas in Babergh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Elm Estate, Colchester, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £297,000 | 2025-03-21 | £295,256 |
| 11 Elm Estate, Colchester, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-02-21 | £313,433 |
| 28 Elm Estate, Colchester, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-11-29 | £282,101 |
| 17 Elm Estate, Colchester, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-01-19 | £162,525 |
| 41 Elm Estate, Colchester, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2020-09-29 | £156,653 |
CO7 6SH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 CO7 6SH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School School Lane , East Bergholt CO7 6SW | 3out of 4 | 249 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stratford St Mary Primary School Stratford St Mary , CO7 6YG | 3out of 4 | 3,031 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dedham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Parson's Field , Dedham CO7 6BZ | 4out of 4 | 3,120 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Capel St Mary Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School The Street , Capel St Mary IP9 2EG | 3out of 4 | 3,961 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooklands Primary School Palfrey Heights , Brantham CO11 1RX | 4out of 4 | 4,583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Bergholt High School Heath Road , East Bergholt CO7 6RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manningtree High School Colchester Road , Lawford CO11 2BW | 3out of 4 | 5,344 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain house kitchens | Fountain House Kitchens Fountain House Tea, The Street | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lion | The Red Lion. The Red Lion, The Street | 688 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Bergholt Primary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 323 yd |
| East Bergholt High School & Sports Centre EAST BERGHOLT HIGH SCHOOL EAST BERGHOLT HIGH SCHOOL HEATH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 883 yd |
| East Bergholt High School (Closed) Heath Road | grass pitches | 893 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 | 73.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.