CM1 1FG is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.3km from Chelmsford in Chelmsford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Moulsham and Central ward and the Chelmsford constituency.
This is 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. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. Employment levels are high (56% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (309 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for CM1 1FG are sourced from Output Area E00180521 (shared with 650 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CM1 1FG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM1 1FG.
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33
£ 0 /yr
67%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM1 1FG 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.
Area Character
CM1 1FG is a young, economically active community — 67% of working-age residents are in employment and the average age is just 33, signalling strong graduate retention. Above-average crime reflects the high footfall and commercial activity in this zone.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM1 1FG. The average age is 32.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near CM1 1FG are high at 309 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.
school Local Schools
The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford
Trinity Road Primary School
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford
Chelmsford County High School for Girls
Maltese Road Primary School
Oaklands Infant School
The Tyrrells School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
49 nearby- Card Factory0.4 km
- Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe0.3 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Claydons Newsagents0.5 km
- + 44 more
Pub, NightClub
35 nearby- Club Tantalize0.6 km
- The Black Horse0.9 km
- Two Brewers0.3 km
- Bar And Beyond / Absurd Bird / KBOX0.5 km
- Be At One0.5 km
- + 30 more
Restaurant, Cafe
139 nearby- Barceloz Peri Peri0.6 km
- BBs Coffee And Muffins0.5 km
- Community Corner0.5 km
- F. Cooke0.7 km
- German Donner Kebab Chelmsford0.5 km
- + 134 more
Takeaway Shop
44 nearby- Asian Garden0.8 km
- Asian Garden Limited0.8 km
- Mr Ram And Mrs Cod0.6 km
- Coopers Sandwich Bar0.3 km
- Homie Kitchen0.6 km
- + 39 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Saracens Head Hotel (The Garrison)0.3 km
- Boswell House Hotel0.3 km
- The County Hotel0.9 km
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Iceland0.3 km
- McColls Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- Taste Of Asia0.9 km
- Tesco0.2 km
- The Co-operative0.7 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford0.5 km
- Hatfield Peverel9.4 km
- Ingatestone9.9 km
Bus Stops
- Riverside Ice and Leisure0.1 km
- Riverside Ice and Leisure0.1 km
- Riverside Inn0.2 km
- Town Centre Tesco Store0.3 km
- Boswells Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CM11FG · Data under Open Government Licence