Green Close is in Chelmsford and in Chelmsford district. CM1 7SL 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 Green Close, Chelmsford, CM1 7SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM1 7SJ, CM1 7RP, CM1 7SZ, CM1 7SG, CM1 7RR, CM1 7QY, CM1 7SD, CM1 7SB, CM1 7SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM1 7SL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 50.9% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.1% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 7SL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.5% 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 | 20.4% | 20.7% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.5% | 59.5% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 15.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 6.6% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 10.1% | 1.5% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.6%) 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 | 51.2% | 55.4% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 7.0% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 31.2% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 8.2% | -5.4% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.5% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.5% | 13.2% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 9.2% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 15.4% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 11.8% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 44.7% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 10.9% |
| Other | 8.2% | 2.6% | -5.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.3% | 94% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 95.3% | 91.4% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 91.4% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.4% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.4% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 76.7% | 17.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.5% | 37.2% | -6.7% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Green Close was 32.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.9% lower than the Springfield North average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Green Close has the 27th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Springfield North and the 198th lowest crime rate of 549 local areas in Chelmsford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Green Close, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2024-05-03 | £813,522 |
| 12 Green Close, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2023-12-15 | £890,263 |
| 6 Green Close, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2023-03-29 | £757,614 |
| 16A Green Close, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2023-01-26 | £945,250 |
| 3 Green Close, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,025,000 | 2019-09-27 | £1,180,411 |
CM1 7SL 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 7SL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanglewood Nursery School Melbourne Avenue , CM1 2DX | 4out of 4 | 2,296 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft Nursery School Dorset Avenue , Great Baddow CM2 9UB | 3out of 4 | 3,293 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 | 679 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Perryfields Junior School Lawn Lane , CM1 7PP | 4out of 4 | 776 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Perryfields Infant School Lawn Lane , CM1 7PP | 3out of 4 | 855 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Road Primary School Trinity Road , CM2 6HS | 3out of 4 | 940 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford Victoria Road , CM1 1PA | 2out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 887 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chelmsford County High School for Girls Broomfield Road , CM1 1RW | 4out of 4 | 1,274 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford Broomfield Road , CM1 3SX | 4out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford Patching Hall Lane , CM1 4BS | 3out of 4 | 1,953 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moulsham High School Brian Close , CM2 9ES | 3out of 4 | 3,161 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 | 2,602 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 | 2,316 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 | 324 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anglia Ruskin University Rivermead Campus , Bishop Hall Lane CM1 1SQ | - not rated | 815 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbus School and College Oliver Way , CM1 4ZB | 4out of 4 | 2,259 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's School 154 London Road , CM2 0AW | - not rated | 2,309 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cedd's School 178a New London Road , CM2 0AR | - not rated | 2,394 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ab Salute Gym | Chelmsford Electrical Limited, Chelmbrook House | 578 yd | |
| Chelmsford Theatre Workshop | 233 Springfield Road, Chelmsford | 640 yd | |
| Coffee Squared Limited | 61 Centenary Way, Springfield | 715 yd | |
| Nuffield Health & Fitness | Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Centre, Unit 6 | 738 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 1D, Riverside Retail Park | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tulip P H | The Tulip, Church Lane | 243 yd | |
| The Two Saxons P.H. | Two Saxons PH, 64 Bodmin Road | 482 yd | |
| Springfield Cricket Club | Timsons Lane, Chelmsford | 705 yd | |
| The Endeavour | 351 Springfield Road, Chelmsford | 710 yd | |
| The Plough Harvester | 306 Springfield Road, Chelmsford | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Garden | 41 Bodmin Road, Chelmsford | 702 yd | |
| Tasty Chinese | 124 Springfield Road, Chelmsford | 953 yd | |
| Good Season Express | 34 New Street, Chelmsford | 999 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Papa Johns Pizza, 15 Bishop Hall Lane | 1,013 yd | |
| Wok Inn | 13 Bishop Hall Lane, Chelmsford | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 14 Torquay Road, Chelmsford | 581 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi, 471 Springfield Road | 1,020 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 15 Havengore, Chelmsford | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pollards Meadow (Closed) Church Lane | grass pitches | 257 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Chelmsford) UNIT 6 UNIT 6 VICTORIA ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 632 yd |
| Lionmede Park SANDFORD ROAD | tennis courts | 673 yd |
| Hmp Chelmsford SPRINGFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 720 yd |
| Essex Police College TYRELLS CLOSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Coronation Park Timsons Lane | grass pitches | 880 yd |
| Boswells School BURNHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 885 yd |
| Trinity Road Primary School TRINITY ROAD | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Springfield Hall Park SPRINGFIELD HALL PARK SPRINGFIELD HALL PARK ARUN CLOSE | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Workhouse Gym (Closed) Rivermead South Rivermead South Rivermead Industrial Estate | health and fitness suite | 922 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 233 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 35.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 220 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.