Orchard House, Straight Road, Polstead Heath, Colchester, CO6 5BB

This property is located in Polstead, a village and civil parish in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England, within the CO 6 postcode area.

Polstead is a small village and civil parish situated in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England. It lies within the CO 6 postal district, about 3 miles northeast of Nayland, 5 miles southwest of Hadleigh and 9 miles north of the larger town of Colchester. The village is set beside a small tributary stream feeding the River Stour, giving it a rural character and a pleasant riverside setting. In 2011 the parish recorded a population of 851, indicating a close‑knit community with a modest size. The surrounding area is typical of East Anglia’s countryside, with open fields and a mix of agricultural land. Polstead’s location within commuting distance of Colchester offers access to larger town amenities while maintaining a quiet, village lifestyle. The postcode CO 6 places it within a well‑defined postal area, facilitating navigation and service delivery.