Postcode Analysis Chelmsford, East of England

CUNARD SQUARE, CM1 1AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CUNARD SQUARE, CM1 1AU.

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Population

167

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

88%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CM1 1AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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1/10
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9/10
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10/10
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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

High employment, young population. CM1 1AU combines 88% economic activity with a 34-year average age — the hallmarks of a graduate-retention neighbourhood. Above-average crime reflects the high footfall and commercial activity in this zone. Property prices are trending up 10.8% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CM1 1AU is a well-regarded residential area on Cunard Square, 0.3km from Chelmsford in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Marconi ward and the Chelmsford constituency.

For families considering a move, CM1 1AU represents a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (79% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (217 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £270k, up 10.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CM1 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00180477 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM1 1AU. The average age is 34.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British76.4%
Asian / British Asian14.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed6.7%

Economic Activity

88%Active
FT: 79%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 291,250

80 sales · Mean £ 292,383

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime rates near CM1 1AU are high at 217 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences518
Shoplifting224
Drugs118
Public order114
Anti-social behaviour108

school Local Schools

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The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford

Good316 pupils0.4 km
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King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford

Outstanding1121 pupils0.5 km
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Maltese Road Primary School

Good210 pupils0.7 km
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Chelmsford County High School for Girls

Outstanding1115 pupils0.7 km
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Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School

Good218 pupils0.9 km
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Trinity Road Primary School

Good317 pupils1.0 km
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Kings Road Primary School

Good416 pupils1.1 km
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Westlands Community Primary School

Good601 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

46 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
  • Claydons Newsagents0.4 km
  • Holland And Barrett0.5 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.8 km
  • DAE Fruit N Veg0.5 km
  • + 41 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Saracens Head Hotel (The Garrison)0.5 km
  • The County Hotel0.4 km
  • Boswell House Hotel0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

38 nearby
  • Bar And Beyond / Absurd Bird / KBOX0.8 km
  • Be At One0.7 km
  • Hoppily0.8 km
  • Slug And Lettuce0.8 km
  • The Anchor1.0 km
  • + 33 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

138 nearby
  • Acanteen0.7 km
  • Anne's Pantry Ltd0.4 km
  • Balti King0.8 km
  • Banana Tree / What's Your Katsu / Mimi's Thai Kitchen0.4 km
  • Bourgee Chelmsford0.4 km
  • + 133 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Iceland0.7 km
  • McColls Morrisons Daily0.9 km
  • Taste Of Asia1.0 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • The Co-operative0.2 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

43 nearby
  • Coopers Sandwich Bar0.4 km
  • Homie Kitchen0.8 km
  • Jet Sushi0.8 km
  • Pam Z0.8 km
  • Happy Gourmet0.3 km
  • + 38 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chelmsford0.1 km
  • Hatfield Peverel9.7 km
  • Ingatestone9.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Coach Stop0.1 km
  • Coach Stop0.1 km
  • Station0.1 km
  • Railway Station PnR0.1 km
  • Station0.1 km