Thorrington Road is in Great Bentley, Colchester and in Tendring district. CO7 8PP 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thorrington Road, Great Bentley, Colchester, CO7 8PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO7 8PW, CO7 8QF, CO7 8PL, CO7 8PR, CO7 8PJ, CO7 8QJ, CO7 8GD, CO7 8QG, CO7 8PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO7 8PP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 47.1% | 53.1% | 6.0% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 52.9% | 46.9% | -6.0% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 29.9% | 31% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 44.1% | -0.1% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 11.4% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 8.3% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 40.5% | 33% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 39.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 15.8% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 8.4% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 3.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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.
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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.3% | 20.5% | -15.8% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 17.5% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 17.5% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 14.8% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 21.8% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 1.6% | 3.9% | 2.3% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.5% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 98.3% | 97.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 97.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.5% | 37.2% | 9.3% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thorrington Road was 81.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.5% higher than the Alresford & Elmstead average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Thorrington Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Alresford & Elmstead and the 158th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in Tendring .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homeview Thorrington Road, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-08-11 | £307,410 |
| Homeview Thorrington Road, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2017-03-03 | £275,221 |
| Red Brick Cottage Thorrington Road, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £264,500 | 2016-03-01 | £393,110 |
| Jasmon, 2 Thorrington Road, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £191,500 | 2009-06-04 | £362,842 |
| Homeview Thorrington Road, Colchester, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2007-06-15 | £243,380 |
CO7 8PP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 8PP 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.
| Retired | 58 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 535 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weeley St Andrew's CofE Primary School Old Clacton Road , CO16 9LW | 2out of 4 | 4,234 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alresford Primary School Ford Lane , Alresford CO7 8AU | 3out of 4 | 4,616 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tendring Primary School School Road , Tendring CO16 0BP | 3out of 4 | 5,199 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 | 5,387 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 5,140 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant 43 | The Green, Great Bentley | 136 yd | |
| Verstegen Spices & Sauces (UK) Ltd | Plough Road, Great Bentley | 407 yd | |
| China Palace | Plough Road, Great Bentley | 407 yd | |
| Indeproducts International Limited | Unit C5, Plough Road Centre | 515 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough Inn | Plough Inn, Plough Road | 407 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dani's Deli | 1 Clearview, Plough Road | 390 yd | |
| Deli-licious | 1 Clearview House, Plough Road | 407 yd | |
| The Great Bentley Retreat | Beaver House, Plough Road | 514 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | London House, Plough Road | 407 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Bentley Village Green CHASE END CHASE END THE GREEN | grass pitches | 291 yd |
| Ace Leisure Club (Closed) Unit 4 Unit 4 Plough Road | health and fitness suite | 547 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 | 66.7% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.