Postcode Analysis Chelmsford, East of England

SHERBORNE ROAD, CM1 7NT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHERBORNE ROAD, CM1 7NT.

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Population

269

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 57,800 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CM1 7NT 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.

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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

CM1 7NT is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £386k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £386k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 6.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CM1 7NT is a sought-after residential area on Sherborne Road, 1.4km from Chelmsford in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within The Lawns ward and the Chelmsford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CM1, CM1 7NT offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £386k, up 6.0% 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 7NT are sourced from Output Area E00109836 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM1 7NT. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.0%
Asian / British Asian4.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Detached

£ 400,000

6 sales · Mean £ 430,333

Semi-Detached

£ 375,000

8 sales · Mean £ 377,187

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CM1 7NT has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences31
Anti-social behaviour11
Burglary7
Criminal damage and arson5
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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The Tyrrells School

Good416 pupils0.3 km
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The Boswells School

Good1504 pupils0.3 km
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Perryfields Infant School

Good181 pupils0.4 km
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Perryfields Junior School

Outstanding300 pupils0.4 km
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Springfield Primary School

Good436 pupils1.0 km
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The Bishops' Church of England and Roman Catholic Primary School

Good435 pupils1.0 km
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The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford

Good316 pupils1.3 km
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Trinity Road Primary School

Good317 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Ab Salute Gym0.9 km
  • Coffee At The Close0.4 km
  • Heavensent0.9 km
  • Springfield Cafe Ltd0.9 km
  • Coffee Squared Limited0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Endeavour0.7 km
  • Gardeners1.0 km
  • Springfield Cricket Club0.8 km
  • The Plough Harvester0.7 km
  • The Tulip P H0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Limited0.8 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • The Co-operative0.1 km
  • The Co-operative0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • China Garden0.2 km
  • Taste Of China0.7 km
  • Frydays0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Sainsburys0.7 km
  • Meon Close Convenience Store And Off Licence0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chelmsford1.7 km
  • Hatfield Peverel8.2 km
  • Ingatestone11.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Two Saxons0.1 km
  • Two Saxons0.1 km
  • Paignton Avenue0.2 km
  • Lawn Lane0.2 km
  • Lawn Lane0.2 km