Newman Fields is in Great Bentley, Colchester and in Tendring district. CO7 8FU is located in the The Bentleys & Frating electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harwich and North Essex. This postcode has been in use since 2019-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Newman Fields, Great Bentley, Colchester, CO7 8FU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO7 8PH, CO7 8PU, CO7 8QN, CO7 8PY, CO7 8QL, CO7 8FA, CO7 8PZ, CO7 8PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO7 8FU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 51% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 CO7 8FU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.6% 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 | 20.5% | 25.8% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 55.6% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 11.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.7% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 8.4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 44.2% | 51.1% | 6.9% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 33.5% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 12% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.3% | 17.5% | -11.8% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 8.6% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 16.5% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8.6% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 19.5% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 26.3% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -7.5% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 97.7% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
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 | 99.3% | 96.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 96.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newman Fields was 36.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.8% lower than the Alresford & Elmstead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newman Fields has the 19th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Alresford & Elmstead and the 170th lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Newman Fields, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £427,000 | 2024-12-05 | £424,359 |
| 1 Newman Fields, Colchester, Essex Detached, a newly built property | £665,000 | 2024-03-22 | £691,050 |
| 6 Newman Fields, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-03-08 | £390,389 |
| 5 Newman Fields, Colchester, Essex Detached, a newly built property | £745,000 | 2024-02-16 | £761,751 |
| 21 Newman Fields, Colchester, Essex Detached, a newly built property | £540,000 | 2020-12-18 | £612,470 |
CO7 8FU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CO7 8FU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 131 |
| Full-Time Employee | 125 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Bentley Primary School Plough Road , Great Bentley CO7 8LD | 4out of 4 | 963 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weeley St Andrew's CofE Primary School Old Clacton Road , CO16 9LW | 2out of 4 | 4,191 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tendring Primary School School Road , Tendring CO16 0BP | 3out of 4 | 4,797 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alresford Primary School Ford Lane , Alresford CO7 8AU | 3out of 4 | 4,848 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Church of England Primary School, Great Bromley Brook Street , Great Bromley CO7 7HX | 3out of 4 | 5,013 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant 43 | The Green, Great Bentley | 490 yd | |
| Verstegen Spices & Sauces (UK) Ltd | Plough Road, Great Bentley | 860 yd | |
| China Palace | Plough Road, Great Bentley | 860 yd | |
| Indeproducts International Limited | Unit C5, Plough Road Centre | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough Inn | Plough Inn, Plough Road | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dani's Deli | 1 Clearview, Plough Road | 846 yd | |
| Deli-licious | 1 Clearview House, Plough Road | 860 yd | |
| The Great Bentley Retreat | Beaver House, Plough Road | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | London House, Plough Road | 860 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Bentley Village Green CHASE END CHASE END THE GREEN | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Ace Leisure Club (Closed) Unit 4 Unit 4 Plough Road | health and fitness suite | 963 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 | 76.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 76.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 76.9% |
| 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 | 360 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.