CM1 1GE is an active urban area located 0.4km 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.
The people who live in CM1 1GE are typical of 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 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are high (346 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for CM1 1GE are sourced from Output Area E00180506 (shared with 49 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CM1 1GE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM1 1GE.
251
38
£ 0 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM1 1GE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 47% of tenure in CM1 1GE — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM1 1GE. The average age is 38.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near CM1 1GE are high at 346 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
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford
Maltese Road Primary School
Trinity Road Primary School
Chelmsford County High School for Girls
Oaklands Infant School
Westlands Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
50 nearby- Card Factory0.1 km
- Mr Simms Olde Sweet Shoppe0.5 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Coop0.5 km
- Joe's Market0.5 km
- + 45 more
Pub, NightClub
38 nearby- Club Tantalize0.4 km
- The Black Horse0.6 km
- Two Brewers0.6 km
- Golden Fleece0.1 km
- Radio City Social0.3 km
- + 33 more
Restaurant, Cafe
142 nearby- Barceloz Peri Peri0.5 km
- BBs Coffee And Muffins0.5 km
- Community Corner0.1 km
- F. Cooke0.5 km
- German Donner Kebab Chelmsford0.5 km
- + 137 more
Takeaway Shop
47 nearby- Asian Garden0.5 km
- Asian Garden Limited0.5 km
- Mr Ram And Mrs Cod0.5 km
- QTea0.4 km
- Roti Mojo0.4 km
- + 42 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- The Co-operative0.4 km
- Isos Home Foods Grocery0.3 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- McColls Morrisons Daily0.5 km
- Taste Of Asia0.6 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The County Hotel0.5 km
- Saracens Head Hotel (The Garrison)0.3 km
- Boswell House Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford0.3 km
- Ingatestone9.5 km
- Hatfield Peverel9.9 km
Bus Stops
- Retail Market0.0 km
- Victoria Road South0.0 km
- Retail Market0.1 km
- Market Road0.1 km
- Cathedral0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CM11GE · Data under Open Government Licence