CM1 1PJ is an active urban area located 0.1km from Chelmsford in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Moulsham and Central ward and the Chelmsford constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CM1 1PJ 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. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are high (290 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for CM1 1PJ are sourced from Output Area E00180506 (shared with 49 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CM1 1PJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM1 1PJ.
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38
£ 0 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM1 1PJ 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
With 47% social renting, CM1 1PJ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. 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 1PJ. 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
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 1PJ are high at 290 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
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford
Chelmsford County High School for Girls
Maltese Road Primary School
Trinity Road Primary School
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
Kings Road Primary School
Oaklands Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
46 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Claydons Newsagents0.4 km
- Holland And Barrett0.4 km
- Morrisons Daily0.8 km
- DAE Fruit N Veg0.4 km
- + 41 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Saracens Head Hotel (The Garrison)0.4 km
- Boswell House Hotel0.7 km
- The County Hotel0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
36 nearby- Bar And Beyond / Absurd Bird / KBOX0.7 km
- Be At One0.7 km
- Hoppily0.8 km
- Slug And Lettuce0.6 km
- The Anchor1.0 km
- + 31 more
Restaurant, Cafe
138 nearby- Acanteen0.7 km
- Anne's Pantry Ltd0.5 km
- Balti King0.8 km
- Banana Tree / What's Your Katsu / Mimi's Thai Kitchen0.4 km
- Bourgee Chelmsford0.4 km
- + 133 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Iceland0.6 km
- McColls Morrisons Daily0.8 km
- Taste Of Asia1.0 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Rainsford Road Convenience Store0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
43 nearby- Coopers Sandwich Bar0.4 km
- Homie Kitchen0.7 km
- Jet Sushi0.7 km
- Pam Z0.8 km
- Bombay Cuisine0.5 km
- + 38 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford0.2 km
- Hatfield Peverel9.6 km
- Ingatestone9.9 km
Bus Stops
- YMCA0.0 km
- Coach Stop0.1 km
- Coach Stop0.2 km
- Station0.2 km
- Railway Station PnR0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM11PJ · Data under Open Government Licence