CO1 2WS Postcode Area
Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the CO1 2WS postcode area in Colchester.
We've got loads of statistics for CO1 2WS, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.
What social class do the population of CO1 2WS belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is CO1 2WS in Colchester, how professionally qualified are the community, and how many hours a week do they work? All this, and more information and demographic statistics about CO1 2WS from the Census 2011.
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People and Demographics
CO1 2WSDemographics
An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in CO1 2WS, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.
Crime Rates
Police crime stats - see how safe it is around CO1 2WS, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?
Constituency
Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.
Local Issues
In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around CO1 2WS reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.
Sunrise/Sunset
Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area CO12WS. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!
Job Vacancies
Looking for job vacancies in the CO1 2WS area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.
Travel & Transport
CO1 2WSTravel
Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to CO1 2WS.
Traffic Reports
Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.
Taxi Firms
Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the CO1 2WS area.
Car Parks
Locate the nearest car parks near CO1 2WS, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Leisure & Outdoor Facilities
CO1 2WSEvents
From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around CO1 2WS.
Attractions
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Hotels
Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area CO1 2WS.
Tourist Information
Locate the nearest car parks near CO1 2WS, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Local Amenities
CO1 2WSBanks
Find the nearest bank or building society in CO1 2WS. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.
Cash Machines
Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the CO1 2WS postcode area that dispense money.
Schools
The nearest schools in the CO1 2WS area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.
Shopping Centres
Shop until you drop at a retail park or shopping centre near here. There's nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy.
Police Stations
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Emergency Facilities
A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near CO1 2WS.
Post Offices
Whether you want to send a letter, make a Post Office transaction or pop a letter in the local postbox, we've got you covered.
Libraries
A useful list of lending libraries located in and around CO1 2WS. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.
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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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CO12WS Postcode Breakdown
COAREA | 1DISTRICT | 2SECTOR | WSUNIT |
Full Postcode | CO1 2WS |
Latitude/Longitude | , |
Postal Town | Colchester |
Easting | |
Northing | |
Ward Name | |
MSOA Name | |
LSOA Name | |
County | Essex |
Region | |
Country | England |
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Area Classification | Urban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%) |
CO12WS Postal District
CO1 2WS postcode is located in the postal town of Colchester. Colchester postal area may cover a large geographical region that may correspond to several postal districts, which may include many towns and/or villages. Use the map to determine the geographical location of the postcode CO1 2WS.
Colchester | 0.9 miles W |
Ardleigh | 3.5 miles NE |
Abberton | 3.5 miles S |
Alresford | 3.6 miles E |
Great Horkesley | 4.1 miles NW |
West Bergholt | 4.4 miles NW |
Boxted | 4.6 miles N |
Layer De La Haye | 4.6 miles SW |
Peldon | 4.7 miles S |
Dedham | 5.3 miles NE |
Thorrington | 5.3 miles E |
Wissington | 5.5 miles NW |
Fordham | 5.6 miles W |
Birch | 5.7 miles SW |
Copford | 5.7 miles W |
London | 52 miles W |
Glasgow | 339 miles NW |
Edinburgh | 323 miles NW |
Cardiff | 179 miles W |
Liverpool | 193 miles NW |
Southampton | 122 miles SW |
Saint Ives | 140 miles SW |
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