Cumberland Crescent is in Chelmsford and in Chelmsford district. CM1 4AL is located in the Patching Hall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chelmsford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cumberland Crescent, Chelmsford, CM1 4AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM1 4AS, CM1 4AJ, CM1 4AW, CM1 4AN, CM1 7BZ, CM1 4AA, CM1 4AT, CM1 7DA, CM1 4AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM1 4AL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.9% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.1% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.9% | 39.1% | 0.2% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 45.7% | 6.8% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 6.6% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 6.6% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.4% | 44.1% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 35% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 18% | 13.3% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 22.8% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 10.6% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 12.2% | -8.0% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.9% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 17.5% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 30.1% | 15.1% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 7% | 6.0% | 3.1% | 3.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 93.1% | 84% | -9.1% | 81.4% | 2.6% |
In this area, 77.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 77.7% | -14.7% | 83.2% | -5.5% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 11.1% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 6.6% | 4.9% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 78.2% | -14.2% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 12.6% | 12.3% | 9.8% | 2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Hindu | 7% | 1.7% | 5.3% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cumberland Crescent was 181.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.1% higher than the Marconi average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cumberland Crescent has the 23rd highest crime rate of 95 local areas in Marconi and the 45th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in Chelmsford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 104.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Cumberland Crescent, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-07-12 | £351,517 |
| 45 Cumberland Crescent, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2022-02-15 | £397,692 |
| 27 Cumberland Crescent, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-10-20 | £395,819 |
| 43 Cumberland Crescent, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2020-09-04 | £375,340 |
| 41 Cumberland Crescent, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £256,000 | 2015-11-09 | £371,254 |
CM1 4AL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanglewood Nursery School Melbourne Avenue , CM1 2DX | 4out of 4 | 1,227 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft Nursery School Dorset Avenue , Great Baddow CM2 9UB | 3out of 4 | 5,329 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomfield Primary School School Lane , Broomfield CM1 7DN | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pius X Catholic Primary School Tennyson Road , CM1 4HY | - not rated | 1,090 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkwood Academy Melbourne Avenue , CM1 2DX | 3out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Road Primary School Kings Road , CM1 2BB | 3out of 4 | 1,665 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands Spring Primary and Nursery School Dickens Place , Copperfield Road CM1 4UU | 4out of 4 | 1,668 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford Patching Hall Lane , CM1 4BS | 3out of 4 | 752 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelmer Valley High School Court Road , Broomfield CM1 7ER | 3out of 4 | 1,680 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelmsford County High School for Girls Broomfield Road , CM1 1RW | 4out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Boswells School Burnham Road , CM1 6LY | 3out of 4 | 2,022 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford Broomfield Road , CM1 3SX | 4out of 4 | 2,132 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmsford College Moulsham Street , CM2 0JQ | - not rated | 3,972 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beaulieu Park School Armistice Avenue , CM1 6DT | - not rated | 2,336 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus School and College Oliver Way , CM1 4ZB | 4out of 4 | 771 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Anglia Ruskin University Rivermead Campus , Bishop Hall Lane CM1 1SQ | - not rated | 2,049 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelmsford Hospital School Stump Lane , Springfield Green CM1 7SJ | - not rated | 2,417 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Belsteads School Back Lane , Little Waltham CM3 3PP | - not rated | 2,804 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Hall School The Avenue , Boreham CM3 3HS | - not rated | 3,435 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaynes Before And After School Club | Broomfield Methodist Church, 124 Main Road | 511 yd | |
| KFC | 271 Broomfield Road, Chelmsford | 704 yd | |
| Essex Dementia Care | Broomfield Community Centre, 158 Main Road | 742 yd | |
| Broomfield Village Hall | Broomfield Community Centre, 158 Main Road | 742 yd | |
| Treat Stop | 243 Broomfield Road, Chelmsford | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal British Legion | Hall, Saxon Way | 539 yd | |
| The Angel | 160 Main Road, Broomfield | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chow Chef | 7 Woodhall Parade, Woodhall Road | 214 yd | |
| Suraya | Suraya Indian Takeaway, 159 Main Road | 533 yd | |
| Mozza Pizza | 163 Main Road, Broomfield | 533 yd | |
| Hong Kong Express | 161 Main Road, Broomfield | 559 yd | |
| Super Doner And Kebab | 255 Broomfield Road, Chelmsford | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 47-49 Main Road, Broomfield | 344 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Andrews Park Patching Hall Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 707 yd |
| David Smith Memorial Field MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Broomfield Primary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Angel Meadow BROOMFIELD FOOTBALL CLUB BROOMFIELD FOOTBALL CLUB MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| St John Payne Catholic School PATCHING HALL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 831 yd |
| Partridge Avenue Playing Field (Closed) Partridge Avenue | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Broomfield Football Club MILL LANE | grass pitches | 1,045 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 43 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.