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Chelmer Village

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About

Chelmer Village is a residential area located to the west of Chelmsford city centre, bordering the River Chelmer and Chelmer Canal. The housing is predominantly modern, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes built from the late 20th century onward. The layout is characterised by cul-de-sacs and quiet, winding roads, creating a settled suburban environment. The area is largely self-contained, with its own local shopping parade providing essential retail services for residents.

A central feature is the large retail park, which includes a supermarket and various chain stores, serving as a practical hub. The area offers direct access to riverside footpaths along the Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation, popular for walking and cycling. Public green spaces are integrated throughout the neighbourhood. The area is well-connected by road to the A12 and the city centre, while also having regular local bus services.

Area overview

On average Chelmer Village has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 74 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Chelmer Village is £72,190 per year. There are 4 schools in Chelmer Village: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Chelmer Village is home to around 9,348 people, with a population density of about 2,900.4 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
74
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
5.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chelmer Village Population
9,348
Population density
2,900.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
40.86(+31%)
Shoplifting
9.95(+40%)
Other theft
6.63(+19%)
Public order
6.1(+17%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.35(-17%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,564
80.92%
Other White
555
5.94%
Indian
212
2.27%
African
154
1.65%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
102
1.09%
Total population: 9,348

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,728
36.01%
Level 3 (A level)
1,362
17.98%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,199
15.83%
No qualifications
972
12.83%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
754
9.95%
Total 16+ residents: 7,575

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,505
38%
Owns outright
1,136
28.68%
Private landlord or letting agency
741
18.71%
Other social rented
404
10.2%
Social rents from council
97
2.45%
Total households: 3,961

Property prices in Chelmer Village

Based on 121 recent sales, the median property price is £365,000 in Chelmer Village area, with individual transactions ranging from £176,000 up to £625,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chelmer Village in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Chelmer Village over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£488,000
Flats20£210,000
Semi-Detached41£387,000
Terraced45£362,500

10 years median price trend in Chelmer Village

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Chelmer Village.

All postcodes in Chelmer Village

CM26QG

Aldridge Close

CM26SD

Henniker Gate

CM26TY

Burton Place

CM26XN

Jeffcut Road

CM19BY

Montrose Road

CM19HR

Montrose Road

CM26EA

Springfield Park Hill

CM26TA

Cuton Grove

CM26ZN

Byron View

CM992AY

Montrose Road

CM19JE

Montrose Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.