Wallasea Gardens is in Chelmsford and in Chelmsford district. CM1 6JZ is located in the The Lawns electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chelmsford. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wallasea Gardens, Chelmsford, CM1 6JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM1 6JY, CM1 6JA, CM1 6JR, CM1 6JP, CM1 6JT, CM2 6FR, CM1 6JU, CM2 6JU, CM2 6AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM1 6JZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.6% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.4% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CM1 6JZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.9% | 27% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 59.1% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 14.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 5.2% | -4.2% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 9% | 7.5% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.7% | 50.3% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 34.8% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 11.3% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 16.4% | 13.9% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 10.8% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 20.3% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.6% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 15.1% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 30.3% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 1% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99% | 87.7% | -11.3% | 81.4% | 6.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 91.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.7% | 91.3% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 6.1% | 5.4% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 90.7% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3.2% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wallasea Gardens was 10.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.1% lower than the Springfield North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wallasea Gardens has the 6th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Springfield North and the 50th lowest crime rate of 549 local areas in Chelmsford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Wallasea Gardens, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-06-15 | £377,644 |
| 36 Wallasea Gardens, Chelmsford, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-10-01 | £366,694 |
| 18 Wallasea Gardens, Chelmsford, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-04-21 | £399,840 |
| 34 Wallasea Gardens, Chelmsford, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2021-02-08 | £412,297 |
| 10 Wallasea Gardens, Chelmsford, Essex Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-01-11 | £430,717 |
CM1 6JZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CM1 6JZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CM1 6JZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanglewood Nursery School Melbourne Avenue , CM1 2DX | 4out of 4 | 3,003 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft Nursery School Dorset Avenue , Great Baddow CM2 9UB | 3out of 4 | 3,762 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tyrrells School Tavistock Road , Springfield CM1 6JN | 4out of 4 | 343 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishops' Church of England and Roman Catholic Primary School Beardsley Drive , North Springfield CM1 6ZQ | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Perryfields Junior School Lawn Lane , CM1 7PP | 4out of 4 | 709 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Perryfields Infant School Lawn Lane , CM1 7PP | 3out of 4 | 749 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield Primary School Forsythia Close , Springfield CM1 6XW | 2out of 4 | 809 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Boswells School Burnham Road , CM1 6LY | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelmsford County High School for Girls Broomfield Road , CM1 1RW | 4out of 4 | 2,158 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford Broomfield Road , CM1 3SX | 4out of 4 | 2,509 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford Patching Hall Lane , CM1 4BS | 3out of 4 | 2,546 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelmer Valley High School Court Road , Broomfield CM1 7ER | 3out of 4 | 3,667 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 | 3,482 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 | 1,629 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmsford Hospital School Stump Lane , Springfield Green CM1 7SJ | - not rated | 703 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anglia Ruskin University Rivermead Campus , Bishop Hall Lane CM1 1SQ | - not rated | 1,770 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Hall School The Avenue , Boreham CM3 3HS | - not rated | 2,399 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbus School and College Oliver Way , CM1 4ZB | 4out of 4 | 2,839 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's School 154 London Road , CM2 0AW | - not rated | 3,226 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Squared Limited | 61 Centenary Way, Springfield | 433 yd | |
| Springfield Cafe Ltd | Springfield Parish Centre, St Augustines Way | 573 yd | |
| Heavensent | Springfield Parish Centre, St Augustines Way | 573 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Chelmer Tavern, Dukes Lane | 684 yd | |
| The Mace Playce Ltd | Mace Playce Ltd, Unit 3 | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Endeavour | 351 Springfield Road, Chelmsford | 412 yd | |
| The Plough Harvester | 306 Springfield Road, Chelmsford | 421 yd | |
| Springfield Cricket Club | Timsons Lane, Chelmsford | 600 yd | |
| The Two Saxons P.H. | Two Saxons PH, 64 Bodmin Road | 645 yd | |
| Gardeners | The Gardeners, Forsythia Close | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of China | 13 Havengore, Chelmsford | 145 yd | |
| Frydays | 11 Havengore, Chelmsford | 145 yd | |
| China Garden | 41 Bodmin Road, Chelmsford | 550 yd | |
| Gourmet Express | Unit 4, Oyster Place | 612 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 2, Springfield Services | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 15 Havengore, Chelmsford | 145 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi, 471 Springfield Road | 275 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 14 Torquay Road, Chelmsford | 669 yd | |
| Tesco | 3 - 5 Clematis Tye, Springfield | 1,030 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Bowers Way New Bowers Way | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Springfield Parish Centre ST. AUGUSTINES WAY | 566 yd | |
| Boswells School BURNHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 656 yd |
| Coronation Park Timsons Lane | grass pitches | 795 yd |
| Springfield Primary School FORSYTHIA CLOSE | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Pollards Meadow (Closed) Church Lane | grass pitches | 919 yd |
| Essex Police College TYRELLS CLOSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,007 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 | 158.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 200.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.