Postcode Analysis Chelmsford, East of England

AVON ROAD, CM1 2LD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AVON ROAD, CM1 2LD.

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Population

244

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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

Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 37, CM1 2LD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

CM1 2LD is a safe, established residential area on Avon Road in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within St Andrews ward and the Chelmsford constituency.

For families considering a move, CM1 2LD represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. An average age of 37 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CM1 2LD are sourced from Output Area E00109722 (shared with 5 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 CM1 2LD. The average age is 36.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.5%
Asian / British Asian2.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed6.2%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

CM1 2LD has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences63
Other theft7
Vehicle crime7
Burglary6
Shoplifting6

school Local Schools

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Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery

Good427 pupils0.4 km
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Newlands Spring Primary and Nursery School

Outstanding453 pupils0.7 km
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Parkwood Academy

Good228 pupils1.1 km
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Tanglewood Nursery School

Outstanding190 pupils1.1 km
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The Hawthorns School

1.2 km
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Columbus School and College

Outstanding265 pupils1.5 km
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Kings Road Primary School

Good416 pupils1.5 km
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St Pius X Catholic Primary School

Good208 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Shelly's A Sweet Occasion0.2 km
  • Martins1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Hungry Horse (The Flyer)0.7 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • The Co-operative1.0 km
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.7 km
  • The Co-operative0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Indian Zest0.3 km
  • Ms Favourite Chicken0.3 km
  • Churchills Fish And Chips / Serial Grill1.0 km
  • Ace Bakery1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Chelmsford Community Church0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chelmsford2.6 km
  • Ingatestone9.9 km
  • Hatfield Peverel11.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Welland Avenue0.1 km
  • Welland Avenue0.1 km
  • Kennet Way0.2 km
  • Kennet Way0.2 km
  • Wicklow Avenue0.2 km