DUNN SIDE, CM1 1DL House Prices & Local Information

CM1 1DL is a well-regarded residential area on Dunn Side, 0.2km from Chelmsford in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Marconi ward and the Chelmsford constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — 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. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 28) — lively, but with high tenant turnover. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Chelmsford. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (251 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £311k.

Census 2021 statistics for CM1 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00180471 (shared with 2 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.