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Colchester (CO) Area Postcodes

Colchester (CO) Area Overview

The CO postcode area, also known as the Colchester postcode area, covers a region in Essex, England, including the town of Colchester and surrounding areas. Colchester is one of the major towns in Essex and has a rich history.

Colchester's history dates back over two thousand years. It was founded by the Romans as "Camulodunum" and served as the first capital of Roman Britain. The town's Roman heritage is evident in its well-preserved Roman walls and the iconic Colchester Castle, which is the largest Norman keep in Europe.

Clacton-on-Sea is a popular seaside town located on the Essex coast in England. It's known for its sandy beaches, traditional seaside attractions, and as a destination for holidaymakers. The town boasts several sandy beaches along its coastline. Clacton Beach is the main beach and offers a wide expanse of sand, ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and building sandcastles.

Harwich is a historic coastal town located in Essex, England, on the northeastern tip of the Essex Peninsula. It has a rich maritime history and serves as a significant port town. Harwich Harbour is a natural estuary that has been a center of trade and transportation for centuries. The town's international port handles freight and passenger traffic, including ferries to and from the Netherlands and Scandinavia.

Other postal towns and areas covered by the CO postcode area are Bures, Frinton-on-Sea, Halstead, Manningtree, Sudbury and Walton-on-the-Naze.

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Map of postcode area

Listing of postcode districts within Colchester (CO) - 16 Districts

Postal Distict Area
Num of Postcodes
CO1
Colchester
608
CO2
Colchester
945
CO3
Colchester
862
CO4
Colchester
1,169
CO5
Colchester
958
CO6
Colchester
1,013
CO7
Colchester
1,303
CO8
Bures
124
Postal Distict Area
Num of Postcodes
CO9
Halstead
920
CO10
Sudbury
1,654
CO11
Manningtree
561
CO12
Harwich
629
CO13
Frinton-on-Sea
434
CO14
Walton-on-the-Naze
244
CO15
Clacton-on-Sea
1,359
CO16
Clacton-on-Sea
799