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About

Galleywood is a residential ward located on the southwestern edge of Chelmsford. It is characterised by its elevated position on a ridge of land, with much of its housing consisting of post-war developments and suburban estates. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, with local shopping parades catering to daily needs. Its geography provides views over the surrounding Chelmer Valley.

The community is centred around the historic Galleywood Common, a large area of open heathland used for horse racing since the 18th century. This common land, with its racecourse and stables, defines the area's identity and provides significant green space. Local facilities include schools, sports clubs, and the Church of St. Michael and All Angels, which stands prominently on the common's edge.

Area overview

On average Galleywood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Galleywood is £68,752 per year. There are 3 schools in Galleywood: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Galleywood is home to around 5,662 people, with a population density of about 632.3 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
59
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
16%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Galleywood Population
5,662
Population density
632.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
28.44(-10%)
Burglary
5.48(+97%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.12(-19%)
Other theft
4.42(-19%)
Anti-social behaviour
4.24(-63%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,046
89.1%
Other White
201
3.55%
Indian
65
1.15%
African
62
1.09%
White and Asian (mixed)
38
0.67%
Total population: 5,663

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,328
28.88%
No qualifications
846
18.4%
Level 3 (A level)
770
16.75%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
749
16.29%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
503
10.94%
Total 16+ residents: 4,598

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,003
41.79%
Owns with a mortgage
721
30.04%
Other social rented
358
14.92%
Private landlord or letting agency
180
7.5%
Social rents from council
98
4.08%
Total households: 2,400

Property prices in Galleywood

Based on 51 recent sales, the median property price is £400,000 in Galleywood area, with individual transactions ranging from £166,000 up to £940,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Galleywood 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 Galleywood over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached17£447,500
Detached14£587,500
Terraced16£343,350
Flats4£182,500

10 years median price trend in Galleywood

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

All postcodes in Galleywood

CM28QS

Lower Green

CM28PP

Stock Road

CM28QQ

Colvin Chase

CM28NU

Walters Close

CM28PS

Stock Road

CM27SY

West Hanningfield Road

CM28SF

Parklands Way

CM28WD

James Croft

CM28PW

Stock Road

CM28SH

Spring Rise

CM28NH

Watchouse Road

CM28RB

Grey Ladys

CM28YA

Brograve Close

CM28TS

Margaretting Road

CM28TW

Mill Hill

CM28NW

Kirkmans Road

CM28JY

Stock Road

CM28TN

The Common

CM28JU

Stock Road

CM27SZ

West Hanningfield Road

CM28QJ

Attwoods Close

CM28QB

Badgers Close

CM28TZ

Birches Walk

CM28RG

Moretons

CM28QL

The Street

CM28PL

The Common

CM28FX

West Hanningfield Road

CM28QN

The Street

CM28YD

Douglas Close

CM28SD

Archers Way

CM28RS

Barnard Road

CM28YB

Marvens

CM28PX

Pyms Road

CM28SR

Barnard Road

CM28NS

Keene Way

CM28NL

Brook Lane

CM28QE

Avila Chase

CM28FU

Maldon Road

CM28QZ

Well Lane

CM28FY

Brook Lane

CM28NF

Watchouse Road

CM28PF

Roughtons

CM28NY

Lyon Close

CM28NZ

Vale End

CM28RT

Barnard Road

CM28YJ

Braziers Close

CM28NP

Pipers Tye

CM28RQ

Pavitt Meadow

CM28YL

Ketleys

CM28YG

Moss Path

CM28DA

Barnard Road

CM28PD

Cannon Leys

CM28NX

Willow Bank

CM28RX

Barnard Road

CM28TR

The Common

CM28RW

Slades Lane

CM28QR

Twitten Lane

CM28YE

Spots Walk

CM28YQ

Moss Path

CM28PY

Pyms Road

CM28RL

Beehive Lane

CM28RP

Skinners Lane

CM28PU

Watchouse Road

CM27SX

Brook Lane

CM28NR

Keene Way

CM28SA

Pryors Road

CM28NQ

Watchouse Road

CM28QU

Rignals Lane

CM28YH

Sharpington Close

CM28QY

Well Lane

CM27TA

West Hanningfield Road

CM28NJ

Brook Lane

CM28QA

Pyms Road

CM28JZ

Milligans Chase

CM28PT

Watchouse Road

CM28RN

Galleywood

CM28SQ

Spring Rise

CM28QG

Pyne Gate

CM28SL

West Lawn

CM28PE

Roughtons

CM28PA

Arnold Way

CM28QP

Ponds Road

CM28YF

Bullen Walk

CM28QD

Milligans Chase

CM28LD

Bakers Lane

CM28QF

Rous Chase

CM28SN

Homemead

CM28RU

Barnard Road

CM28RA

The Limes

CM28RF

Leighams Road

CM28SB

Archers Way

CM28NT

Keene Way

CM28RJ

Beehive Lane

CM28SP

Bekeswell Place

CM28RY

Galleydene Avenue

CM28NN

Brook Lane

CM28JS

Stock Road

CM28NE

Watchouse Road

CM28LS

Barn Mead

CM28TP

The Common

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.