CM2 0AT is a sought-after residential area on Lower Anchor Street, 0.7km from Waterhouse in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Moulsham and Central ward and the Chelmsford constituency.
For serious buyers, CM2 0AT is a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £465k.
Census 2021 statistics for CM2 0AT are sourced from Output Area E00180516 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOWER ANCHOR STREET, CM2 0AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER ANCHOR STREET, CM2 0AT.
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35
£ 0 /yr
62%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CM2 0AT combines high owner-occupation (62%), strong property values (£465k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM2 0AT. The average age is 35.1. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 465,000
3 sales · Mean £ 448,333
Terraced
£ 366,000
1 sales · Mean £ 366,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CM2 0AT has low crime rates — 24 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
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
Oaklands Infant School
Westlands Community Primary School
Moulsham Junior School
Moulsham Infant School
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford
The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford
Maltese Road Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
49 nearby- Rainsford News0.9 km
- Bassment0.9 km
- HMV0.8 km
- Marks & Spencer0.8 km
- Next0.7 km
- + 44 more
Pub, NightClub
33 nearby- Railway Tavern0.8 km
- Royal Steamer1.0 km
- The Ship1.0 km
- The Wheatsheaf1.0 km
- The Wine Cellar0.9 km
- + 28 more
Restaurant, Cafe
127 nearby- Coffee Republic0.8 km
- Age Concern0.9 km
- Hot Box Cafe0.7 km
- Il Palazzo0.9 km
- Live Dosa0.9 km
- + 122 more
Takeaway Shop
43 nearby- Bombay Cuisine0.7 km
- Chelmsford Takeaway0.9 km
- Dominos Pizza0.7 km
- Farm Pizza0.8 km
- Kaani Kaana0.9 km
- + 38 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- The Co-operative0.9 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- McColls Morrisons Daily0.6 km
- Taste Of Asia0.5 km
- Isos Home Foods Grocery0.8 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Chess0.6 km
- Saracens Head Hotel (The Garrison)0.9 km
- The County Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chelmsford0.9 km
- Ingatestone8.8 km
- Hatfield Peverel10.6 km
Bus Stops
- Queen Street0.3 km
- Queen Street0.3 km
- RC Church0.3 km
- RC Church0.4 km
- South Lodge Hotel0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CM20AT · Data under Open Government Licence