CM1 4UP is a sought-after residential area on Tupman Close in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within St Andrews ward and the Chelmsford constituency.
For serious buyers, CM1 4UP is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k. 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 4UP are sourced from Output Area E00109735 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TUPMAN CLOSE, CM1 4UP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TUPMAN CLOSE, CM1 4UP.
280
43
£ 46,500 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM1 4UP 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
CM1 4UP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £325k, 90% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM1 4UP. The average age is 42.9. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 307,500
4 sales · Mean £ 311,250
Semi-Detached
£ 285,000
3 sales · Mean £ 273,999
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM1 4UP has low crime rates — 22 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
Newlands Spring Primary and Nursery School
Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery
Parkwood Academy
Tanglewood Nursery School
Columbus School and College
The Hawthorns School
St Pius X Catholic Primary School
St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Shelly's A Sweet Occasion0.7 km
- Martins1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Hungry Horse (The Flyer)0.3 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Co-operative1.0 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
- The Co-operative0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Indian Zest0.7 km
- Ms Favourite Chicken0.7 km
- Churchills Fish And Chips / Serial Grill1.0 km
- Ace Bakery1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Chelmsford Community Church0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford2.7 km
- Ingatestone10.4 km
- Hatfield Peverel10.9 km
Bus Stops
- Chignal Road0.1 km
- Chignal Road0.1 km
- Micawber Way0.2 km
- Micawber Way0.2 km
- Wickfield Ash0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM14UP · Data under Open Government Licence