49POPULATION
2.9%UNEMPLOYED
58%MARRIED
£0AVERAGE WAGE
LO CRIME RATE
19%'AB' SOCIAL CLASS
CO3 9DULocal Map
Approximate address for CO3 9DU:
IntroductionCO3 9DU

Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the CO3 9DU postcode area in Colchester.

We've got loads of statistics for CO3 9DU, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.

CO Postcode Wall Map
DemographicsCO3 9DU

What social class do the population of CO3 9DU belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is CO3 9DU 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 CO3 9DU from the Census 2011.


AVERAGE AGES

  • 21%Children
  • 79%Adults

21% of people in this postcode area are children. Of the remainder, 4% are aged 76 or more.

GENDER SPLIT

  • 53.1%Male
  • 46.9%Female

From the last census, 53.1% of people in CO39DU male, and 46.9% female. Men outnumber women in Prettygate.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 19%AB
  • 64%C2/C2
  • 17%DE

According to census records, 19% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

MARITAL STATUS

  • 27%SINGLE
  • 58%MARRIED

The percentage of people who are married in CO3 9DU is 27%. Single and 'other' people is 73%.

ETHNICITY

  • 96%WHITE
  • 2%NON-WHITE

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

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 90.3%WORKING
  • 2.9%UNEMPLOYED

2.9% are either unemployed or students in this area. The UK unemployment rate is 4%.

See all demographics for CO3 9DU

Discover CO3 9DU

People and Demographics

CO3 9DU
People and Demographics

Demographics

An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in CO3 9DU, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.

CO3 9DU Demographics

Crime Rates and Statistics

Crime Rates

Police crime stats - see how safe it is around CO3 9DU, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?

Crime stats in CO3 9DU

Constituency & Democracy Information

Constituency

Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.

CO3 9DU Constituency

Local Issues & Problems

Local Issues

In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around CO3 9DU reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.

CO3 9DU Issues

Sunrise and Sunset Times

Sunrise/Sunset

Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area CO39DU. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!

Sunrise/sunset in CO3 9DU

Local Job Vacancies

Job Vacancies

Looking for job vacancies in the CO3 9DU area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.

Job vacancies near CO3 9DU

Travel & Transport

CO3 9DU
Travel

Travel

Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to CO3 9DU.

Travel around CO3 9DU

Traffic and Travel Reports

Traffic Reports

Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.

Traffic near CO3 9DU

Taxis and Minicabs

Taxi Firms

Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the CO3 9DU area.

Taxis near CO3 9DU

Car Parks

Car Parks

Locate the nearest car parks near CO3 9DU, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Car Parks near CO3 9DU

Leisure & Outdoor Facilities

CO3 9DU
Events near CO3 9DU

Events

From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around CO3 9DU.

What's on near CO3 9DU

Local Attractions

Attractions

Enjoy a great family day out at a local attraction near CO3 9DU, including theme parks, castles, historic castles & more.

Attractions near CO3 9DU

Hotels and Bed & Breakfast

Hotels

Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area CO3 9DU.

Hotels near CO3 9DU

Tourist Information

Tourist Information

Locate the nearest car parks near CO3 9DU, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Tourist Information CO3 9DU

Local Amenities

CO3 9DU
Banks near CO3 9DU

Banks

Find the nearest bank or building society in CO3 9DU. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.

Banks near CO3 9DU

Cash Machines (ATMs)

Cash Machines

Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the CO3 9DU postcode area that dispense money.

Cach Machines near CO3 9DU

Schools

Schools

The nearest schools in the CO3 9DU area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.

Schools near CO3 9DU

Shopping Centres

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.

Shopping Centres CO3 9DU

Police Stations

Police Stations

Report a crime or make an enquiry at your local police station or constabulary in your area. Phone 101 in a non-emergency.

Police Stations in CO3 9DU

Emergencies

Emergency Facilities

A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near CO3 9DU.

Emergencies in CO3 9DU

Post Offices

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.

Post Offices in CO3 9DU

Libraries

Libraries

A useful list of lending libraries located in and around CO3 9DU. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.

Libraries in CO3 9DU

Your views ofCO3 9DU

Chris H

Friday, March 29, 2024

We don't have any views of Co39du right now. If you live in Co39du or have visited it, please help us to help others by telling others what you think of this neighbourhood.


Add your view of CO3 9DU

People need your local expertise. If you live in CO3 9DU or have first-hand knowledge of the neighbourhood, please consider sharing your views. It's completely anonymous - all we ask is for your initials.

Your initials
Email (never published)
Your review

Please tell us what you like about the CO3 9DU postcode area, what you don't like, and what it's like to live or work here.

Your opinions on...
LOCAL AMENITIES
FAMILY FRIENDLY
PARKING
GREEN SPACES
----
Compare Conveyancing Quotes

Essential InformationCO3 9DU

CO39DU Postcode Breakdown

COAREA3DISTRICT9SECTORDUUNIT
Full PostcodeCO3 9DU
Latitude/Longitude,
Postal TownColchester
Easting
Northing
Ward Name
MSOA Name
LSOA Name
CountyEssex
Region
CountryEngland
Local Authority
Local Authority Code
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

CO39DU Postal District

Compass Postal District

CO3 9DU 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 CO3 9DU.

Nearest Towns & Cities
Colchester1.9 miles E
West Bergholt2.9 miles N
Copford3.1 miles SW
Layer De La Haye3.1 miles S
Marks Tey3.2 miles W
Birch3.5 miles SW
Fordham3.6 miles NW
Great Horkesley3.9 miles N
Abberton4 miles SE
Peldon4.6 miles SE
Chapel4.7 miles NW
Great Tey4.8 miles W
Layer Marney4.8 miles SW
Wissington5 miles N
Wormingford5.3 miles N
London49 miles SW
Glasgow338 miles NW
Edinburgh322 miles NW
Cardiff176 miles W
Liverpool191 miles NW
Southampton119 miles SW
Saint Ives137 miles SW

Man in court accused of rape and strangulation

Matthew Edgerton is remanded in custody until the next hearing in April.

BBC News

Tree-planting project in Weeley praised

A TREE planting project in Weeley has been praised for helping combat climate change and providing a safe space for the village's wildlife, following a visit from council bosses.

Daily Gazette

Nepal plane crash that killed Essex dancer 'caused by error'

The Nepal plane crash which killed 72 people including a talented British ballet dancer was caused by a pilot accidentally pulling the wrong levers, an inquest has heard

Daily Gazette

South Essex hospital staff claim they're 'owed thousands'

According to Unison, support staff have been working above their pay grades for years and are owed thousands in back-dated pay

The Echo

Gas Recreation site in Colchester blocked off to public

Residents in the Bromley Road area of Colchester have been left miffed after railings blocking access to the nearby Gas Recreation site were installed.

Daily Gazette

Wat Tyler Park removed memorial tree, family claim

The tree was planted by Aaron and his family 11 years ago as a lasting memorial to their mother.

The Echo

The Essex life of late Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother star George Gilbey before tragic death

He leaves behind many members members including a young daughter

Essex Live

Gogglebox starGeorge Gilbey dies aged 40 Channel 4 confirms

Gogglebox star George Gilbey - who appeared on eight seasons of the show - has died at the age 40 the Channel 4 show has confirmed.

Daily Gazette

From the Postcode Area blog

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Ever wondered about the crime rate in your UK postcode? You're not alone. We've dug deep into the data, uncovering trends and patterns that'll make your head spin.

Read more

Death of the High Street?

Death of the High Street?

The BBC reports that despite councils' attempts to kurb them, the UK's high streets have seen a huge growth in fast food outlets. Could this mark the death knell for the Great British high street, and what can we do about it to halt its decline?

Read more

Discrimination by Postcode

Discrimination by Postcode

You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.

Read more

The Redesign is Underway

The Redesign is Underway

Well, the current website was absolutely in dire need of a good redesign - from the ground up. So I set out to pull it all apart and get it up and running again to become the most comprehensive guide to every postcode in the UK. And it's been a long, tough job from start to finish - and quite possibly the biggest project I've ever undertaken.

Read more

51.8775
0.856248