12,978TOTAL POPULATION
5,614HOUSEHOLDS
3.7%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£40,560AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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CO11 POSTCODE REGION

Colchester (CO11)

The CO11 postcode area is located in the Colchester postcode town region, within the county of Essex, and contains a total of 614 individual postcodes.

There are 21 electoral wards in the CO11 postcode area, including Bures, Clacton-On-Sea, Colchester, Frinton-On-Sea, Halstead, Harwich, Manningtree, Sudbury, Walton On The Naze which come under the local authority of the Tendring Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 26% of people in CO11 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of CO11 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


CO11 is a postcode in the Colchester district of Essex in United Kingdom. It covers the rural inland areas of the district, including the villages of Ardleigh, Little Bromley, Great Bromley, Great Horkesley, East Mersea, Fox Street, Rowhedge, Langenhoe, Salcott, Wormingford, Virley and parts of Wigborough.

The postcode also covers some parts of the city of Colchester itself, including the towns of Stanway and the recently built Colchester Business Park. The Colchester Institute is also located within this postcode district.

The area is largely a rural, picturesque landscape, with woodlands, rolling hills, meadows and arable land. The area also contains numerous residential developments, adding to the mixture of its environment. The postcode encompasses some of Essex's classic old architecture, as well as stunning locations such as the Fingringhoe Wick and Mersea Island, which are popular with tourists and locals alike.

CO11 is also serviced by the B1029 regional route, linking it to its neighboring districts, with business and leisure facilities across the region. It is served by regional areas, such as Colchester town, Hythe, and brightlingsea and is a popular choice for those from more urbanized areas.

The area also offers good sporting and recreational activities, with abundant natural beauty, including Colchester Zoo, High Woods Country Park, Mersea Country Park, and Dedham Vale.

Several commuter services also travel through the postcode, with commuters being able to access a range of stations within an hour's journey. These destinations are connected to London Liverpool Street and Ipswich as well as East Anglia and Fenchurch street.

Property in the CO11 postcode areas is a popular investment choice for first time buyers, given its varied range of locations as well as its affordability.

Schools in this area are of good quality and kudos for the offer of activities and learning opportunities to the local community. Secondary schools include Colchester Institute, Colchester Royal Grammar School and St. Mary's High school all of which are served by CO11 postcode.

TheCO11 postcode offers various aspects of English heritage and a mix of rural and urban living. Its variety of landscapes, commuter services and recreational activities makes it an ideal setting for locals and tourists alike. This makes it an attractive and investable postcode for those looking for country style living with excellent commutability.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 91%WORKING
  • 9%UNEMPLOYED

9% of people in CO11 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 26%AB
  • 56%C2/C2
  • 19%DE

According to census records, 26% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 96%WHITE
  • 4%NON-WHITE

96% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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CO11Essex

Essex

The county of Essex

CO11 is located in the county of Essex, in England.

Essex has a total population of 1,802,200, making it the 7th largest county in the UK.

Essex has a total area of 1417 square miles, and a population density of 491 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Essex Postal Town Map
Outward CodeCO11
Postal TownColchester
MSOA NameTendring 003
LSOA NameTendring 003F
CountyEssex
RegionEssex
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityTendring
Area ClassificationLargely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%)

CO11 Electoral Wards

The postal region of CO11, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bradfield
Bradfield Heath
Brantham
Cattawade
East Bergholt
East End
Goose Green
Harkstead
Horsley Cross
Horsleycross Street
Lawford
Little Bromley
Lower Holbrook
Lower Street
Manningtree
Mistley
Mistley Heath
New Mistley
Stutton
Upper Street
Wix
Wrabness
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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