CM1 6LP is a sought-after residential area on Weymouth Road in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within The Lawns ward and the Chelmsford constituency.
For serious buyers, CM1 6LP is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CM1 6LP are sourced from Output Area E00109840 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEYMOUTH ROAD, CM1 6LP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEYMOUTH ROAD, CM1 6LP.
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46
£ 53,300 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM1 6LP combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£350k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM1 6LP. The average age is 45.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 350,000
2 sales · Mean £ 350,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM1 6LP has low crime rates — 18 incidents 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 Boswells School
Perryfields Infant School
Perryfields Junior School
The Tyrrells School
Springfield Primary School
The Bishops' Church of England and Roman Catholic Primary School
The Beaulieu Park School
Barnes Farm Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Endeavour0.8 km
- Gardeners0.5 km
- Springfield Cricket Club0.9 km
- The Plough Harvester0.8 km
- The Tulip P H0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.8 km
- The Co-operative0.4 km
- The Co-operative0.4 km
- Tesco0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- China Garden0.3 km
- Taste Of China0.4 km
- Frydays0.4 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Sainsburys1.0 km
- Meon Close Convenience Store And Off Licence0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Coffee At The Close0.6 km
- Heavensent0.3 km
- Springfield Cafe Ltd0.3 km
- Coffee Squared Limited0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford2.2 km
- Hatfield Peverel7.7 km
- Ingatestone11.9 km
Bus Stops
- Falmouth Road0.1 km
- Falmouth Road0.2 km
- New Bowers Way0.4 km
- Havengore0.4 km
- Two Saxons0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CM16LP · Data under Open Government Licence