CO1 2WZ Postcode Area
Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the CO1 2WZ postcode area in Colchester.
We've got loads of statistics for CO1 2WZ, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.
What social class do the population of CO1 2WZ belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is CO1 2WZ 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 2WZ from the Census 2011.
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People and Demographics
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Demographics
An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in CO1 2WZ, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.
Crime Rates
Police crime stats - see how safe it is around CO1 2WZ, 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 2WZ 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 CO12WZ. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!
Job Vacancies
Looking for job vacancies in the CO1 2WZ area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.
Travel & Transport
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Travel
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Traffic Reports
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Taxi Firms
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Car Parks
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Leisure & Outdoor Facilities
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Events
From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around CO1 2WZ.
Attractions
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Hotels
Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area CO1 2WZ.
Tourist Information
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Local Amenities
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Banks
Find the nearest bank or building society in CO1 2WZ. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.
Cash Machines
Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the CO1 2WZ postcode area that dispense money.
Schools
The nearest schools in the CO1 2WZ 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 2WZ.
Post Offices
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Libraries
A useful list of lending libraries located in and around CO1 2WZ. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.
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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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CO12WZ Postcode Breakdown
| COAREA | 1DISTRICT | 2SECTOR | WZUNIT |
| Full Postcode | CO1 2WZ |
| Latitude/Longitude | , |
| Postal Town | Colchester |
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| County | Essex |
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| Country | England |
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| Area Classification | Urban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%) |
CO12WZ Postal District
CO1 2WZ 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 2WZ.
| Colchester | 0.8 miles SW |
| Ardleigh | 3.4 miles E |
| Great Horkesley | 3.7 miles NW |
| Abberton | 3.9 miles S |
| Alresford | 4 miles SE |
| West Bergholt | 4 miles W |
| Boxted | 4.2 miles N |
| Layer De La Haye | 4.8 miles SW |
| Wissington | 5 miles NW |
| Dedham | 5.1 miles NE |
| Peldon | 5.1 miles S |
| Fordham | 5.3 miles W |
| Copford | 5.7 miles W |
| Thorrington | 5.7 miles E |
| Higham | 5.8 miles NE |
| London | 52 miles SW |
| Glasgow | 338 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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