Nottage Close is in Wivenhoe, Colchester and in Colchester district. CO7 9RN is located in the Wivenhoe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harwich and North Essex. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nottage Close, Wivenhoe, Colchester, CO7 9RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO7 9RW, CO7 9NA, CO7 9RH, CO7 9NJ, CO7 9NL, CO7 9RG, CO7 9NH, CO7 9LZ, CO7 9NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO7 9RN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.9% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 50% | 48.1% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 25.3% | 35.4% | 10.1% | 37.9% | -2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 47.2% | -10.5% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 7.4% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 60% | 52% | -8.0% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 35.2% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 10% | 9.3% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
In the area around CO7 9RN this area, 8.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.2% | 8.5% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 8.5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.6% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.4% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 14% | -0.7% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.2% | 46.3% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 12.5% |
| Other | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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 | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 96% | 93.3% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Arab | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 89.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 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 | 90.6% | 89.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.8% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 2% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 1.2% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51% | 37.2% | 13.8% |
| Christian | 37.8% | 46.2% | -8.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nottage Close was 40.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.8% lower than the Wivenhoe average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Nottage Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Wivenhoe and the 239th lowest crime rate of 615 local areas in Colchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Nottage Close, Colchester, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-09-02 | £464,119 |
| 1 Nottage Close, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2012-11-09 | £322,134 |
| 2 Nottage Close, Colchester, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2004-12-17 | £354,598 |
CO7 9RN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 59 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millfields Primary School Bowes Road , Wivenhoe CO7 9RD | 4out of 4 | 664 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomgrove Infant School Broome Grove , Off Heath Road CO7 9QB | 3out of 4 | 1,181 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomgrove Junior School Broome Grove , Wivenhoe CO7 9QB | 3out of 4 | 1,181 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, Rowhedge Rectory Road , Rowhedge CO5 7HR | 3out of 4 | 1,455 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fingringhoe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Church Road , Fingringhoe CO5 7BN | 3out of 4 | 2,116 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Thomas Lord Audley School Monkwick Avenue , Monkwick CO2 8NJ | 3out of 4 | 4,570 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colchester Academy Hawthorn Avenue , CO4 3JL | 3out of 4 | 4,645 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Essex Wivenhoe Park , CO4 3SQ | - not rated | 2,459 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Market Field School School Road , Elmstead Market CO7 7ET | 4out of 4 | 3,544 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Congregational Church | 101 High Street, Wivenhoe | 332 yd | |
| The Wiv Hub | First Floor, 77-79 High Street | 337 yd | |
| Saffron | 47-49 High Street, Wivenhoe | 440 yd | |
| Maison Mollies | 1A Station Road, Wivenhoe | 480 yd | |
| The Olive Branch | 1A Station Road, Wivenhoe | 480 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greyhound | 62 High Street, Wivenhoe | 390 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field, Wivenhoe HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 451 yd |
| Wivenhoe Town Cricket Club RECTORY ROAD | grass pitches | 697 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.