Pump Lane is in Springfield, Chelmsford and in Chelmsford district. CM1 6TB is located in the Springfield North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chelmsford. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pump Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 6TB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM1 6XL, CM1 6XJ, CM1 6UT, CM1 6GL, CM1 6FD, CM1 6XP, CM1 6XQ, CM1 6TY, CM1 6TZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM1 6TB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 54.4% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 48.1% | 45.6% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 | 19% | 27% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 41.5% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -2.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 17% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 16.3% | 10.1% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 39.2% | 37.4% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 36.9% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 19% | 20.1% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 5% | -3.5% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 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.
In the area around CM1 6TB this area, 28.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 28.7% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 15.9% | 0.2% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.8% | 10.8% | 1.0% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 8.9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 15.9% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 19.1% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0.6% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.1% | 97.8% | 4.7% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 94.7% | 90.1% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 8.3% | 7.2% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 90.1% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 5% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.9% | 76.7% | 0.2% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 5.5% | 0.9% | 4.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pump Lane was 49.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.6% higher than the Springfield North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pump Lane has the 17th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Springfield North and the 238th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in Chelmsford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick Pump Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2025-09-26 | £430,000 |
| Rubicund Pump Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2020-03-06 | £536,620 |
| 1 Rose Cottage Pump Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2018-11-21 | £466,046 |
| 2 Rose Cottage Pump Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2018-10-12 | £473,969 |
| Keswick Pump Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £339,500 | 2018-10-11 | £423,454 |
CM1 6TB 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 6TB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 55 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanglewood Nursery School Melbourne Avenue , CM1 2DX | 4out of 4 | 2,708 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft Nursery School Dorset Avenue , Great Baddow CM2 9UB | 3out of 4 | 4,799 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Primary School Forsythia Close , Springfield CM1 6XW | 2out of 4 | 406 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Perryfields Infant School Lawn Lane , CM1 7PP | 3out of 4 | 758 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 | 806 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Perryfields Junior School Lawn Lane , CM1 7PP | 4out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tyrrells School Tavistock Road , Springfield CM1 6JN | 4out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 761 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford Patching Hall Lane , CM1 4BS | 3out of 4 | 2,161 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelmsford County High School for Girls Broomfield Road , CM1 1RW | 4out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Chelmer Valley High School Court Road , Broomfield CM1 7ER | 3out of 4 | 2,617 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford Broomfield Road , CM1 3SX | 4out of 4 | 2,757 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 | 4,177 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 | 754 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 | 1,540 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Hall School The Avenue , Boreham CM3 3HS | - not rated | 1,847 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Anglia Ruskin University Rivermead Campus , Bishop Hall Lane CM1 1SQ | - not rated | 2,158 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbus School and College Oliver Way , CM1 4ZB | 4out of 4 | 2,391 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Belsteads School Back Lane , Little Waltham CM3 3PP | - not rated | 2,774 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Cafe Ltd | Springfield Parish Centre, St Augustines Way | 602 yd | |
| Heavensent | Springfield Parish Centre, St Augustines Way | 602 yd | |
| Beaulieu Community Centre | Springfield Community Centre, 17 Centenary Way | 756 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 1 Centenary Way, Springfield | 780 yd | |
| Coffee At The Close | 10 Meon Close, Chelmsford | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardeners | The Gardeners, Forsythia Close | 177 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominos Pizza | 9 Centenary Way, Springfield | 756 yd | |
| Churchills Fish And Chips Chicken Punk | 5 Centenary Way, Springfield | 765 yd | |
| China Garden | 41 Bodmin Road, Chelmsford | 922 yd | |
| Taste Of China | 13 Havengore, Chelmsford | 991 yd | |
| Frydays | 11 Havengore, Chelmsford | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 3 - 5 Clematis Tye, Springfield | 94 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 15 Havengore, Chelmsford | 991 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 14 Torquay Road, Chelmsford | 1,026 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield Primary School FORSYTHIA CLOSE | grass pitches | 269 yd |
| New Bowers Way New Bowers Way | grass pitches | 585 yd |
| Springfield Parish Centre ST. AUGUSTINES WAY | 610 yd | |
| Beaulieu Park School ARMISTICE AVENUE | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Boswells School BURNHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 723 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| 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 | 14.3% |
| Median download speed | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 205.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 29.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.