CM1 2SX is a sought-after residential area on Canuden Road, 0.4km from Waterhouse in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Waterhouse Farm ward and the Chelmsford constituency.
For serious buyers, CM1 2SX is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £380k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CM1 2SX are sourced from Output Area E00109881 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CANUDEN ROAD, CM1 2SX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANUDEN ROAD, CM1 2SX.
320
49
£ 48,400 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM1 2SX 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CM1 2SX's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £380k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £380k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM1 2SX. The average age is 49.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 380,000
1 sales · Mean £ 380,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM1 2SX has low crime rates — 46 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Westlands Community Primary School
Hylands School
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
Maltese Road Primary School
Oaklands Infant School
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford
The Hawthorns School
Kings Road Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Dominos Pizza0.8 km
- Hongs Place0.1 km
- Olive Tree0.1 km
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Marks And Spencer Food Hall0.8 km
- PJ Food Stores0.5 km
- Bridge Stores0.7 km
- Forest Drive Post Office0.1 km
- Greggs / Morrisons West Chelmsford0.4 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Chess1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- McDonalds Restaurant0.6 km
- Amalfi Bistro0.4 km
- BaxterStorey Catering At E2V0.3 km
- Cafe Pausa0.8 km
- Chelmsford Society Of Model Engineers0.5 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Orange Tree1.0 km
- Queens Head PH1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- The Co-operative0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford1.4 km
- Ingatestone8.5 km
- Hatfield Peverel11.2 km
Bus Stops
- Forest Drive Shops0.1 km
- Savernake Road0.1 km
- CBC Parks Depot0.3 km
- Waterhouse Lane0.3 km
- Waterhouse Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CM12SX · Data under Open Government Licence