Postcode Analysis Chelmsford, East of England

CM2 0DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CM2 0DE.

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Population

222

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

70%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

CM2 0DE is a young, economically active community — 70% of working-age residents are in employment and the average age is just 32, signalling strong graduate retention. Above-average crime reflects the high footfall and commercial activity in this zone.

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

CM2 0DE is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.8km from Chelmsford in Chelmsford. Administratively it sits within Moulsham and Central ward and the Chelmsford constituency.

For families considering a move, CM2 0DE represents a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (56% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (174 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for CM2 0DE are sourced from Output Area E00180460 (shared with 21 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 CM2 0DE. The average age is 32.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.6%
Asian / British Asian9.4%
Black / African / Caribbean5.4%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

70%Active
FT: 56%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

Crime rates near CM2 0DE are high at 174 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.

Violence and sexual offences319
Shoplifting251
Public order78
Anti-social behaviour69
Other theft47

school Local Schools

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Trinity Road Primary School

Good317 pupils0.6 km
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The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford

Good316 pupils0.7 km
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Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School

Good218 pupils0.8 km
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Oaklands Infant School

Outstanding180 pupils1.0 km
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Meadgate Primary School

Good204 pupils1.2 km
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Moulsham Junior School

Good679 pupils1.3 km
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Moulsham Infant School

Good270 pupils1.3 km
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King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford

Outstanding1121 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Boswell House Hotel0.5 km
  • Travelodge0.4 km
  • Saracens Head Hotel (The Garrison)0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

33 nearby
  • Oddfellows Arms Smokehouse0.6 km
  • Railway Tavern0.9 km
  • Royal Engineers Social Club0.6 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.7 km
  • The Wine Cellar0.7 km
  • + 28 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

121 nearby
  • Coffee Republic0.7 km
  • Age Concern0.8 km
  • ASK Italian0.5 km
  • Everyman Cinema0.5 km
  • Geek Retreat1.0 km
  • + 116 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

25 nearby
  • Kaani Kaana0.7 km
  • Lous Kitchen0.8 km
  • Tasty Chinese0.5 km
  • Ume Garden0.9 km
  • Mooboo Bubble Tea0.4 km
  • + 20 more
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Retailers - Other

41 nearby
  • Coop1.0 km
  • Daves0.8 km
  • HMV0.5 km
  • Hotel Chocolat Retail Limited0.5 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.4 km
  • + 36 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.4 km
  • Lidl1.0 km
  • Farm Foods Ltd1.0 km
  • Iceland0.3 km
  • McColls Morrisons Daily0.5 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chelmsford0.9 km
  • Hatfield Peverel9.6 km
  • Ingatestone9.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Army & Navy0.3 km
  • Parkway0.3 km
  • Town Centre Tesco Store0.3 km
  • Wharf Road0.3 km
  • Odeon Rdbt0.3 km