CM1 6XB is a sought-after residential area on Daffodil Way in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Springfield North ward and the Chelmsford constituency.
For serious buyers, CM1 6XB is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% 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 £393k, up 50.9% 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 6XB are sourced from Output Area E00109828 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DAFFODIL WAY, CM1 6XB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DAFFODIL WAY, CM1 6XB.
352
39
£ 53,300 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CM1 6XB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CM1 6XB's low deprivation rank, 76% ownership, and £393k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 50.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM1 6XB. The average age is 39.2. 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: 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
£ 323,000
7 sales · Mean £ 331,999
Semi-Detached
£ 298,750
4 sales · Mean £ 314,375
Detached
£ 405,000
5 sales · Mean £ 431,200
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM1 6XB 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
Springfield Primary School
The Bishops' Church of England and Roman Catholic Primary School
The Beaulieu Park School
The Boswells School
Perryfields Junior School
Perryfields Infant School
The Tyrrells School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.3 km
- The Co-operative0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Beaulieu View0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Beaulieu Community Centre0.5 km
- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- Heavensent0.5 km
- Springfield Cafe Ltd0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Churchills Fish And Chips Chicken Punk0.5 km
- Frydays0.9 km
- China Garden1.0 km
- Taste Of China0.9 km
- Dominos Pizza0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Gardeners0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford2.9 km
- Hatfield Peverel7.2 km
- Witham11.4 km
Bus Stops
- Carriage Drive0.1 km
- Carriage Drive0.1 km
- Daffodil Way0.2 km
- Daffodil Way0.2 km
- Harness Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CM16XB · Data under Open Government Licence