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About

Waterhouse Farm is a residential ward situated in the southwest of Chelmsford, primarily characterised by modern housing developments built from the late 20th century onwards. The area is defined by its quiet, suburban streets and a layout that incorporates significant green corridors and open spaces. It is bordered by the A12 to the west and includes the grounds of the former Sandford Mill, which adds a historical layer to the newer construction. The local geography is relatively flat, with the River Chelmer flowing along its southern boundary.

The ward is largely self-contained, with local amenities including a primary school, a community centre, and several small retail parades serving daily needs. A notable feature is the presence of the Sandford Mill Lock and the adjacent water treatment works, which are part of the river's industrial heritage. Public green spaces, such as play areas and walking paths along the riverbank, provide recreational opportunities for residents. The area maintains a practical connection to central Chelmsford via main roads, while offering a distinctly separate, quieter residential environment.

Area overview

On average Waterhouse Farm has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 71 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Waterhouse Farm is £65,285 per year. There are 2 schools in Waterhouse Farm: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Waterhouse Farm is home to around 6,600 people, with a population density of about 3,039.7 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
71
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
18.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Waterhouse Farm Population
6,600
Population density
3,039.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
34.55(+11%)
Shoplifting
12.12(+70%)
Drugs
8.79(+238%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.97(+9%)
Anti-social behaviour
5.76(-50%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,870
73.79%
Other White
573
8.68%
Indian
220
3.33%
African
169
2.56%
Bangladeshi
108
1.64%
Total population: 6,600

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,866
35.13%
Level 3 (A level)
892
16.79%
No qualifications
820
15.44%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
758
14.27%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
579
10.9%
Total 16+ residents: 5,312

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
877
32.03%
Owns outright
743
27.14%
Other social rented
500
18.26%
Private landlord or letting agency
475
17.35%
Social rents from council
98
3.58%
Total households: 2,738

Property prices in Waterhouse Farm

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £380,000 in Waterhouse Farm area, with individual transactions ranging from £109,112 up to £600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Waterhouse Farm 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 Waterhouse Farm over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£532,500
Flats20£216,250
Semi-Detached20£461,250
Terraced22£410,000

10 years median price trend in Waterhouse Farm

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

All postcodes in Waterhouse Farm

CM11TH

Rainsford Lane

CM12QE

Baynes Place

CM12SS

Dane Road

CM12TH

Epping Close

CM12TQ

Charnwood Avenue

CM13BS

Writtle Road

CM28TD

Tattersall Way

CM12QX

Baynes Place

CM12TP

Hainault Grove

CM13AT

Robjohns Road

CM12TJ

Savernake Road

CM12TY

Waterhouse Street

CM13GR

Crompton Street

CM13RW

Writtle Road

CM12SJ

Ravensbourne Drive

CM13GU

Parkinson Drive

CM12SD

Benedict Drive

CM13DD

Rothbury Road

CM13DL

Sherwood Drive

CM12SB

Beeches Close

CM13GW

Parkinson Drive

CM12RR

Ashtree Close

CM12TT

Forest Drive

CM13GF

Rookes Crescent

CM13UB

Tattersall Way

CM13DN

Sherwood Drive

CM13BB

Robjohns Road

CM11TG

Coval Lane

CM12RL

Meteor Way

CM12RS

Beeches Road

CM12SL

Ravensbourne Drive

CM12TG

Delamere Road

CM11TQ

Coval Lane

CM12TS

Forest Drive

CM13GL

Rookes Crescent

CM13TH

Farrow Road

CM12ST

Ashford Road

CM11TP

Prykes Drive

CM13AR

Westway

CM13DH

Harewood Road

CM13FJ

London Road

CM13GG

Rookes Crescent

CM12TZ

Waterhouse Street

CM12QY

Andrews Place

CM12RP

Ashtree Crescent

CM13GS

Parkinson Drive

CM11TN

Elgin Avenue

CM12TN

Windsor Way

CM12UA

Rossendale

CM11AE

Hardy Close

CM13AF

Robjohns Road

CM11TF

Coval Avenue

CM13WQ

Writtle Road

CM12UT

Forest Drive

CM12FU

Beeches Crescent

CM12GL

Cromar Way

CM12TR

Forest Drive

CM12QR

Rainsford Lane

CM12SR

St Peters Road

CM13BZ

Milburn Crescent

CM13DQ

Harewood Road

CM12TW

Stansted Close

CM13AE

Hanbury Road

CM13BT

Writtle Road

CM13DP

Robjohns Road

CM13DS

Brendon Place

CM12QA

Norton Road

CM13BY

Greenbury Way

CM12SY

Priory Close

CM13DA

Milburn Crescent

CM13BJ

Longacre

CM12TU

Forest Drive

CM12TX

Forest Drive

CM13BU

Writtle Road

CM12TF

Waterhouse Lane

CM12QT

Waterhouse Lane

CM12UP

Bilton Road

CM12QS

Rainsford Lane

CM12SP

St Catherines Road

CM11TW

Alma Drive

CM12QP

Norton Road

CM12RY

Waterhouse Lane

CM13GY

Evelyn Place

CM13DG

Exmoor Close

CM13TF

Robjohns Road

CM13DF

Hatfield Grove

CM13BL

Writtle Road

CM13BX

Writtle Road

CM12SX

Canuden Road

CM13AA

Farrow Road

CM12RX

Beeches Road

CM12SU

Canuden Road

CM13BH

Westway

CM13BP

Writtle Road

CM11TE

Tudor Avenue

CM13BW

Crompton Street

CM13GP

Crompton Street

CM13GZ

Evelyn Place

CM11WZ

Coval Lane

CM13DB

Dean Way

Data Sources

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