How much do houses cost in CM3 1BT?

The average property price in CM3 1BT is currently around £555k.

What is the population of CM3 1BT?

The population for the CM3 1BT area is approximately 324 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Chelmsford, East of England

OLD SHAWS LANE, CM3 1BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD SHAWS LANE, CM3 1BT.

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Population

324

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CM3 1BT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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8/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM3 1BT combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£555k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CM3 1BT is a mixed residential area on Old Shaws Lane, 1.0km from Howe Street in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Broomfield and The Walthams ward and the Saffron Walden constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM3, CM3 1BT offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Prices average £555k.

Census 2021 statistics for CM3 1BT are sourced from Output Area E00109439 (shared with 24 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 CM3 1BT. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%

Asian / British Asian1.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 555,000

2 sales · Mean £ 555,000

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Galvin Green Man1.0 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

The Hub - Farm Shop \& Light Bites0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Chelmsford8.5 km
Cressing9.0 km
Braintree9.4 km