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Moulsham West

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About

Moulsham West is a residential area located in the southern part of Chelmsford, Essex. It is bordered by the River Can to the north and the A1114 bypass to the south. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, interwar semis, and modern developments. Local amenities include Moulsham High School, several parks, and easy access to Chelmsford city centre.

The area has good transport links, with Chelmsford railway station nearby, providing direct services to London Liverpool Street. Moulsham Street, a short distance away, offers a range of independent shops, cafes, and pubs. Green spaces like Admirals Park and Moulsham Mill provide recreational opportunities for residents. The area maintains a quiet, suburban feel while being close to the city's commercial and cultural hubs.

Area overview

On average Moulsham West has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 48 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Moulsham West is £58,500 per year. There are 6 schools in Moulsham West: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
48
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
4.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Moulsham West Population
8,224
Population density
4,383.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,632
80.65%
Other White
440
5.35%
Indian
207
2.52%
Pakistani
146
1.78%
Other Asian
110
1.34%
Total population: 8,223

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,375
42.49%
Owns outright
1,209
37.36%
Private landlord or letting agency
416
12.86%
Other social rented
120
3.71%
Other forms of private rent
48
1.48%
Total households: 3,236

Property prices in Moulsham West

Based on 113 recent sales, the median property price is £461,500 in Moulsham West area, with individual transactions ranging from £77,000 up to £900,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Moulsham West 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 Moulsham West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached19£550,000
Flats20£235,000
Semi-Detached55£510,000
Terraced19£425,000

10 years median price trend in Moulsham West

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.