CM1 6AG is a safe, established residential area on Albemarle Link in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park ward and the Chelmsford constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. During the day, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £584k, up 51.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CM1 6AG are sourced from Output Area E00171002 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALBEMARLE LINK, CM1 6AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALBEMARLE LINK, CM1 6AG.
373
35
£ 55,100 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM1 6AG 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CM1 6AG's low deprivation rank, 64% ownership, and £584k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £584k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 51.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM1 6AG. The average age is 34.8. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 675,000
6 sales · Mean £ 637,915
Terraced
£ 514,997
4 sales · Mean £ 538,998
Semi-Detached
£ 442,500
4 sales · Mean £ 435,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM1 6AG has low crime rates — 24 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
The Beaulieu Park School
Springfield Primary School
The Bishops' Church of England and Roman Catholic Primary School
The Boswells School
Perryfields Junior School
Perryfields Infant School
The Tyrrells School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Beaulieu View0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Beaulieu Community Centre0.3 km
- Costa Coffee0.2 km
- Heavensent0.9 km
- Springfield Cafe Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Churchills Fish And Chips Chicken Punk0.3 km
- Dominos Pizza0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Gardeners0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford3.4 km
- Hatfield Peverel6.7 km
- Witham10.9 km
Bus Stops
- Beaulieu Gardens0.1 km
- Beaulieu Gardens0.2 km
- Centenary Way0.2 km
- Louvain Drive0.2 km
- William Porter0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM16AG · Data under Open Government Licence