Postcode Analysis Chelmsford, East of England

BROADS GREEN, CM3 1DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROADS GREEN, CM3 1DS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

382

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 52,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

CM3 1DS is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

CM3 1DS is a safe, established residential area on Broads Green, 0.2km from Broad's Green in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Broomfield and The Walthams ward and the Saffron Walden constituency.

For families considering a move, CM3 1DS represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CM3 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00109435 (shared with 26 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 1DS. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
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.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

CM3 1DS has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Great Waltham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good167 pupils0.9 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • New Sports Centre0.7 km
  • The Walnut Tree0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chelmsford5.5 km
  • Hatfield Peverel9.8 km
  • Cressing11.6 km