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South Broomfield

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About

South Broomfield is a primarily residential area located to the northeast of Chelmsford city centre. It is characterised by a mix of housing, including many post-war semi-detached and terraced homes. The area is served by local shops and amenities along Broomfield Road, providing for daily needs. Its proximity to the A130 and A131 offers connections to the wider region. The residential streets are generally quiet, with a community-focused atmosphere.

The area is home to Broomfield Hospital, a major regional NHS trust and teaching hospital, which is a significant local employer. Open space is provided by King George V Playing Field, which includes sports facilities and a children's playground. The Chelmer Valley Local Nature Reserve lies just to its north, offering walking paths along the river. Public transport links, including regular bus services, connect residents to the mainline railway station and the central retail areas.

Area overview

On average South Broomfield has very low deprivation and high crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in South Broomfield is £77,757 per year. There are 2 schools in South Broomfield: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). South Broomfield is home to around 8,630 people, with a population density of about 1,251.4 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
72
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
12.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

South Broomfield Population
8,630
Population density
1,251.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
44.96(+43%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.72(+6%)
Public order
4.98(-3%)
Anti-social behaviour
4.52(-61%)
Vehicle crime
4.06(-8%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,769
78.44%
Indian
516
5.98%
Other White
327
3.79%
African
263
3.05%
Other Asian
175
2.03%
Total population: 8,629

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,836
40.11%
Level 3 (A level)
1,125
15.91%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,010
14.28%
No qualifications
928
13.12%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
605
8.56%
Total 16+ residents: 7,071

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,500
42.43%
Owns with a mortgage
1,293
36.58%
Private landlord or letting agency
352
9.96%
Other social rented
284
8.03%
Other forms of private rent
53
1.5%
Total households: 3,535

Property prices in South Broomfield

Based on 113 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in South Broomfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £153,500 up to £1,200,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for South Broomfield 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 South Broomfield over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached49£445,000
Detached36£542,500
Flats7£175,000
Terraced21£350,000

10 years median price trend in South Broomfield

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

All postcodes in South Broomfield

CM14FZ

Bryony Close

CM17AF

Main Road

CM17AG

Main Road

CM17TF

Woodlands Way

CM14HG

Broomfield Road

CM14HE

Broomfield Road

CM17BA

Williams Road

CM17DJ

Main Road

CM17BX

Erick Avenue

CM17AJ

Main Road

CM17BY

Erick Avenue

CM14HF

Broomfield Road

CM14AW

Berwick Avenue

CM17DR

School Lane

CM14JS

The Drive

CM14YP

Flintwich Manor

CM17ED

Roland Close

CM14XW

Bounderby Grove

CM17AB

Clobbs Yard

CM14JX

Town Croft

CM17WT

Homestead

CM17AW

Main Road

CM17SS

Puddings Wood Lane

CM17EY

Lark's Lane

CM14HB

Fifth Avenue

CM17AS

Main Road

CM17BP

Main Road

CM17WS

Hospital Approach

CM17YA

Saxon Way

CM17HX

Deverill Close

CM14DU

Broomfield Road

CM17AL

Broomfield and The Walthams

CM17EE

Erick Avenue

CM14YA

Quilp Drive

CM17EF

Main Road

CM14DX

Broomfield Road

CM17DX

Longshots Close

CM17AY

Willow Close

CM17AH

Main Road

CM14EU

Second Avenue

CM14XU

Peggotty Close

CM17TU

Woodlands Way

CM17AN

New Road

CM14YB

Sowerberry Close

CM17FH

North Court Road

CM17AT

Main Road

CM14YG

Barnaby Rudge

CM17DY

Elm Close

CM14FJ

Cowlin Mead

CM17HE

Jubilee Avenue

CM17EB

Vellacotts

CM17DE

Capel Close

CM17FA

Hospital Approach

CM14EY

Third Avenue

CM14EH

Burnside Crescent

CM17TE

Woodlands Way

CM17LF

Puddings Wood Lane

CM14YJ

Weller Grove

CM14EF

Greenways

CM14EB

Patching Hall

CM17BG

Nash Drive

CM11RT

Broomfield Road

CM14EA

Broomfield Road

CM17DU

Longshots Close

CM14EP

Petersfield

CM14JL

Sunrise Avenue

CM14EE

Seventh Avenue

CM17EP

Little Orchards

CM14XY

Tapley Road

CM14AY

Pentland Avenue

CM17EQ

Main Road

CM17BB

Main Road

CM14GE

Hollow Lane

CM14JT

Chestnut Walk

CM17DT

Copland Close

Data Sources

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