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.
SHERBORNE ROAD, CM1 7NT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHERBORNE ROAD, CM1 7NT.
269
49
£ 57,800 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
The Tyrrells School
The Boswells School
Perryfields Infant School
Perryfields Junior School
Springfield Primary School
The Bishops' Church of England and Roman Catholic Primary School
The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford
Trinity Road Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.8 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- The Co-operative0.1 km
- The Co-operative0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- China Garden0.2 km
- Taste Of China0.7 km
- Frydays0.7 km
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
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Postcode Profile: CM17NT · Data under Open Government Licence