Broomhall Gardens is in Chelmsford and in Chelmsford district. CM1 7GE is located in the Broomfield and The Walthams electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Saffron Walden. This postcode has been in use since 2009-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broomhall Gardens, Chelmsford, CM1 7GE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM1 7HD, CM1 7HB, CM1 7EZ, CM1 7EJ, CM1 7EH, CM1 7HA, CM1 7HE, CM1 7EW, CM1 7HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM1 7GE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 51.4% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.8% | 48.6% | 1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.8% | 30.6% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 44.4% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 13.4% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 15% | 9.3% | -5.7% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 40.8% | 38.5% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 37.7% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 17.9% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 3.2% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 | 35.4% | 25.6% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 11.9% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 13.7% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 4.6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 17.4% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 24.7% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.2% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 97% | 89.2% | -7.8% | 81.4% | 7.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 96.6% | 89.2% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 5.6% | 4.7% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 88.9% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Turkey | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broomhall Gardens was 82.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.1% higher than the Boreham and The Leighs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broomhall Gardens has the 12th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Boreham and The Leighs and the 139th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in Chelmsford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Broomhall Gardens, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2024-08-19 | £491,023 |
| 1 Broomhall Gardens, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2021-02-15 | £504,983 |
| 1 Broomhall Gardens, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2014-12-18 | £515,015 |
| 5 Broomhall Gardens, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, a newly built property | £268,000 | 2010-01-22 | £508,008 |
| 4 Broomhall Gardens, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, a newly built property | £268,000 | 2009-11-23 | £507,027 |
CM1 7GE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CM1 7GE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| 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 | 2,734 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 | 854 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Waltham Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School The Street , Little Waltham CM3 3NY | 3out of 4 | 2,535 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nabbotts Junior School Forsythia Close , Springfield CM1 6XW | - not rated | 2,645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nabbotts Infant School Forsythia Close , Springfield CM1 6XW | - not rated | 2,645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pius X Catholic Primary School Tennyson Road , CM1 4HY | - not rated | 2,672 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmer Valley High School Court Road , Broomfield CM1 7ER | 3out of 4 | 314 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelmer Valley High School Court Road , Broomfield CM1 7ER | - not rated | 314 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford Patching Hall Lane , CM1 4BS | 3out of 4 | 2,341 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Boswells School Burnham Road , CM1 6LY | - not rated | 2,939 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Boswells School Burnham Road , CM1 6LY | 3out of 4 | 2,939 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Writtle College Limited Lordship Road , Writtle CM1 3RR | - not rated | 5,176 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 | 4out of 4 | 2,347 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Belsteads School Back Lane , Little Waltham CM3 3PP | - not rated | 1,337 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbus School and College Patching Hall Lane , CM1 4BX | - not rated | 2,245 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chelmsford New Model Special School, Woodlands Campus Patching Hall Lane , CM1 4BX | - not rated | 2,245 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Columbus Oliver Way , CM1 4ZB | - not rated | 2,273 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Hall School The Avenue , Boreham CM3 3HS | - not rated | 3,117 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elior Fontanella | Costa Coffee, Broomfield Hospital | 666 yd | |
| Pudding Wood Cafe And Ward Catering | Broomfield Hospital, Court Road | 666 yd | |
| Broomfield FC Services Ltd | Mill Lane, Broomfield | 692 yd | |
| Cheerful Chai | Angel Pavilion, Main Road | 944 yd | |
| Essex Dementia Care | Broomfield Community Centre, 158 Main Road | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Arms | Kings Arms, 295 Main Road | 521 yd | |
| The Angel | 160 Main Road, Broomfield | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| League Of Friends Shop 1 | Broomfield Hospital, Court Road | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Marks And Spencer, Broomfield Hospital | 666 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chelmer Valley High School COURT ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 318 yd |
| Broomfield Cricket Club BROOMFIELD CRICKET CLUB BROOMFIELD CRICKET CLUB MILL LANE | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| Broomfield Primary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 859 yd |
| Angel Meadow BROOMFIELD FOOTBALL CLUB BROOMFIELD FOOTBALL CLUB MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 940 yd |
| Broomfield Football Club MILL LANE | grass pitches | 1,033 yd |
| David Smith Memorial Field MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,035 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.