Colchester Road is in Bures and in Braintree district. CO8 5AE is located in the Stour Valley South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Braintree. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colchester Road, Bures, CO8 5AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO8 5BD, CO8 5DF, CO8 5DG, CO8 5DD, CO8 5BU, CO8 5BE, CO8 5DQ, CO8 5AD, CO8 5FB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO8 5AE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 52.1% | 53.5% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 47.9% | 46.5% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 CO8 5AE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% 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 | 17.9% | 24.4% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 52.8% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 11.4% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 9.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.8%) 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 | 53.5% | 46% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 41.8% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 8.2% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 8% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 17.2% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.5% | 10.9% | 4.4% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 13.2% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 14.4% | -1.9% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 38.5% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 4.7% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 99.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 94.9% | 94.8% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 95.7% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 12.7% | 6.0% | 6.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colchester Road was 32.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.0% lower than the Hedingham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Colchester Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Hedingham and the 171st lowest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Colchester Road, Bures, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-06-20 | £209,420 |
| 34 Colchester Road, Bures, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-09-15 | £369,431 |
| 31 Colchester Road, Bures, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2023-08-25 | £613,360 |
| Flat 1 Garage Colchester Road, Bures, Essex Other, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2022-07-01 | £801,615 |
| 2 Colchester Road, Bures, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-11-01 | £252,950 |
CO8 5AE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% 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.
CO8 5AE 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 CO8 5AE 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 | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Nayland Road , CO8 5BX | 4out of 4 | 539 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Pebmarsh The Street , Pebmarsh CO9 2NH | 3out of 4 | 5,272 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ryes College Pump Farm , Bures Road CO10 5NA | - not rated | 4,909 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank House Tearoom | Bank House, Bridge Street | 302 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eight Bells PH | 6 Colchester Road, Bures | 7 yd | |
| Three Horseshoes | Three Horseshoes. Three Horseshoes, Church Square | 395 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nayland Road Sports GREENHAYES GREENHAYES NAYLAND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 261 yd |
| Bures St Mary Playing Fields NAYLAND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 413 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 76.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 500 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.