CM1 6PJ is a sought-after residential area on Bouchers Mead in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Springfield North ward and the Chelmsford constituency.
For serious buyers, CM1 6PJ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £353k, down 47.2% year-on-year. 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 6PJ are sourced from Output Area E00109812 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOUCHERS MEAD, CM1 6PJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOUCHERS MEAD, CM1 6PJ.
279
44
£ 57,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM1 6PJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM1 6PJ combines high owner-occupation (71%), strong property values (£353k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 47.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM1 6PJ. The average age is 43.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 205,000
10 sales · Mean £ 214,875
Semi-Detached
£ 337,500
10 sales · Mean £ 345,650
Detached
£ 405,000
15 sales · Mean £ 438,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM1 6PJ has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. 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
Springfield Primary School
The Beaulieu Park School
The Boswells School
The Tyrrells School
Perryfields Junior School
Perryfields Infant School
Barnes Farm Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- The Mace Playce Ltd0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Heavensent0.3 km
- Springfield Cafe Ltd0.3 km
- 23.5 Degrees TA Starbucks0.8 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- The Co-operative0.6 km
- Tesco0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China Garden0.9 km
- Taste Of China0.6 km
- Dominos Pizza0.8 km
- KFC0.8 km
- Churchills Fish And Chips Chicken Punk0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Gardeners0.5 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Boreham SF Connect1.0 km
- Sushi Gourmet0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford2.9 km
- Hatfield Peverel7.0 km
- Witham11.3 km
Bus Stops
- Reubens Gate0.1 km
- Reubens Gate0.1 km
- New Bowers Way0.2 km
- New Bowers Way0.3 km
- Montagu Gardens0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CM16PJ · Data under Open Government Licence