CM98 1AE is an active urban area within the CM98 district of Chelmsford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park ward and the Chelmsford constituency.
The people who live in CM98 1AE are typical of a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 124 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for CM98 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00171005 (shared with 42 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CM98 1AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM98 1AE.
317
36
£ 55,100 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM98 1AE 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CM98 1AE's 53% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM98 1AE. The average age is 35.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CM98 1AE is above average at 124 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Bishops' Church of England and Roman Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Global Marine0.2 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.4 km
- MollyMoo Caterers Limited0.9 km
- 23.5 Degrees TA Starbucks0.6 km
- Eurest C/o Royal Mail0.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- KFC0.6 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Boreham SF Connect0.3 km
- Sushi Gourmet0.4 km
- Phoenix Medical0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Premier Inn0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Grange0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford3.8 km
- Hatfield Peverel6.0 km
- Witham10.3 km
Bus Stops
- Royal Mail0.1 km
- Royal Mail0.1 km
- Sainsburys0.4 km
- Sainsburys0.4 km
- Sainsburys Store0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CM981AE · Data under Open Government Licence