Postcode Analysis Chelmsford, East of England

LOWER ANCHOR STREET, CM2 0AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER ANCHOR STREET, CM2 0AT.

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Population

318

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM2 0AT combines high owner-occupation (62%), strong property values (£465k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CM2 0AT is a sought-after residential area on Lower Anchor Street, 0.7km from Waterhouse in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Moulsham and Central ward and the Chelmsford constituency.

For serious buyers, CM2 0AT is a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £465k.

Census 2021 statistics for CM2 0AT are sourced from Output Area E00180516 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM2 0AT. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.8%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean3.8%
Other / Mixed7.8%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 465,000

3 sales · Mean £ 448,333

Terraced

£ 366,000

1 sales · Mean £ 366,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CM2 0AT has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences90
Anti-social behaviour19
Other theft14
Public order12
Criminal damage and arson10

school Local Schools

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Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School

Good218 pupils0.3 km
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Oaklands Infant School

Outstanding180 pupils0.6 km
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Westlands Community Primary School

Good601 pupils1.0 km
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Moulsham Junior School

Good679 pupils1.1 km
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Moulsham Infant School

Good270 pupils1.1 km
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King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford

Outstanding1121 pupils1.2 km
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The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford

Good316 pupils1.2 km
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Maltese Road Primary School

Good210 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

49 nearby
  • Rainsford News0.9 km
  • Bassment0.9 km
  • HMV0.8 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.8 km
  • Next0.7 km
  • + 44 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

33 nearby
  • Railway Tavern0.8 km
  • Royal Steamer1.0 km
  • The Ship1.0 km
  • The Wheatsheaf1.0 km
  • The Wine Cellar0.9 km
  • + 28 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

127 nearby
  • Coffee Republic0.8 km
  • Age Concern0.9 km
  • Hot Box Cafe0.7 km
  • Il Palazzo0.9 km
  • Live Dosa0.9 km
  • + 122 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

43 nearby
  • Bombay Cuisine0.7 km
  • Chelmsford Takeaway0.9 km
  • Dominos Pizza0.7 km
  • Farm Pizza0.8 km
  • Kaani Kaana0.9 km
  • + 38 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • The Co-operative0.9 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • McColls Morrisons Daily0.6 km
  • Taste Of Asia0.5 km
  • Isos Home Foods Grocery0.8 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Chess0.6 km
  • Saracens Head Hotel (The Garrison)0.9 km
  • The County Hotel0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chelmsford0.9 km
  • Ingatestone8.8 km
  • Hatfield Peverel10.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Queen Street0.3 km
  • Queen Street0.3 km
  • RC Church0.3 km
  • RC Church0.4 km
  • South Lodge Hotel0.4 km