About Hardy's Green

Hardy’s Green is a small village located in Essex, England, within the CO2 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of modern and traditional homes. The village is surrounded by open countryside, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Local amenities are limited, but nearby towns offer shops and services for daily needs. The community in Hardy’s Green is close-knit, with residents often participating in local events and gatherings. The village is also conveniently situated for access to larger towns in Essex, making it a suitable base for those who prefer a quieter lifestyle while still being within reach of urban conveniences. Public transport links connect Hardy's Green to surrounding areas, facilitating travel for work or leisure.

School Ratings in Hardy's Green

Hardy's Green is served by 57 schools. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hardy's Green

Property prices average £269K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £181K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hardy's Green

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Hardy's Green, with 47 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hardy's Green

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hardy's Green falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hardy's Green

Most properties in Hardy's Green can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,868 sales

Average Price £269K
£1K — £4.15M
Detached £414K 881
Semi £287K 1,339
Terraced £257K 1,724
Flat £181K 1,738

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
9 Secondary
11 Other
Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Copford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Layer-de-la-Haye Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Lakelands Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.4 miles Col11 Little Hands Family Hub Delivery Site Requires Improvement 2.6 miles Stanway Fiveways Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary Academy, Marks Tey Primary 2.7 miles The Stanway School Secondary Good 2.7 miles Messing Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Lexden Springs School 2.8 miles Stanway Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Gosbecks Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hardy's Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hardy's Green in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
12,279 Children (0-15) 20%
39,810 Working Age 66%
10,794 Older (60+) 18%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 25.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Hardy's Green 611 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Hardy's Green is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

283 Violence & Sexual Offences
47 Anti-Social Behaviour
45 Public Order
42 Shoplifting
39 Criminal Damage & Arson
38 Other Theft
31 Drugs
21 Other Crime
19 Vehicle Crime
17 Burglary
12 Robbery
8 Weapons
7 Theft from Person
2 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Marks Tey Train Station 2.4 miles
Kelvedon Train Station 4.5 miles
Colchester Town Train Station 4.8 miles
Colchester Train Station 5 miles
Hythe (Essex) Train Station 5.5 miles
Chappel And Wakes Colne Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Heckfordbridge 0.9 miles Birch 0.9 miles Easthorpe 1.4 miles Copford Green 1.4 miles Smythe's Green 1.4 miles Layer Breton 1.4 miles Birch Green 1.4 miles Copford 2 miles Layer Marney 2 miles Marks Tey 2.2 miles Layer de la Haye 2.5 miles Stanway Green 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Colchester
County Essex
Ward Berechurch
Constituency Colchester
Parish Colchester, unparished area
Region East of England

Streets in CO2 30 shown View all streets

Abberton Road 7 Abbey Field View 2 Abbey Gate Street 1 Abbot's Road 8 Adelaide Drive 2 Aggregate Walk 1 Agnes Silverside Close 1 Aisne Road 1 Alamein Road 2 Alanbrooke Road 1 Albany Gardens 2 Albion Grove 1 Alport Avenue 2 Amber Court 2 Anglia Close 2 Anzio Crescent 1 Arakan Close 2 Armidale Walk 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Grove 2 Aurora Drive 1 Avignon Close 1 Ballantyne Drive 2 Barbour Gardens 1 Bardfield Road 4 Barn Hall Avenue 6 Baronswood Way 4 Barrington Road 3 Battlesbrook Road 2 Bay Tree Close 1

Postcodes in CO2 50 shown View all postcodes

CO2 0AA CO2 0AB CO2 0AD CO2 0AE CO2 0AH CO2 0AJ CO2 0AL CO2 0AN CO2 0AP CO2 0AR CO2 0AS CO2 0AT CO2 0AU CO2 0AW CO2 0AX CO2 0AY CO2 0AZ CO2 0BA CO2 0BB CO2 0BD CO2 0BE CO2 0BG CO2 0BH CO2 0BJ CO2 0BL CO2 0BN CO2 0BP CO2 0BQ CO2 0BR CO2 0BS CO2 0BU CO2 0BW CO2 0BX CO2 0BY CO2 0DB CO2 0DE CO2 0DF CO2 0DG CO2 0DH CO2 0DJ CO2 0DL CO2 0DN CO2 0DP CO2 0DR CO2 0DS CO2 0DT CO2 0DU CO2 0DW CO2 0DX CO2 0DY