Barrack Lane is in Great Waltham, Chelmsford and in Chelmsford district. CM3 1ES 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barrack Lane, Great Waltham, Chelmsford, CM3 1ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM3 1ET, CM3 1ER, CM3 1EX, CM3 1AR, CM3 1AS, CM3 1AT, CM3 1DH, CM3 1DJ, CM3 1DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM3 1ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.5% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.5% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 25.3% | 34.3% | 9.0% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 40.4% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 12.2% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 7.8% | -7.1% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 41.1% | 33.6% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -14.8% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 40.6% | 7.8% | 33.6% | 7.0% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 17.3% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 8% | 8.2% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 CM3 1ES this area, 28.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.2% | 28.3% | -12.9% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 12.3% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 12.3% | 0.5% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.9% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 17.2% | 10.0% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 23.4% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 96.9% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 96.9% | 94.3% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 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 | 96.9% | 93.7% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barrack Lane was 51.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.3% lower than the Boreham and The Leighs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barrack Lane has the 26th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Boreham and The Leighs and the 235th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in Chelmsford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 24.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Barrack Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,000 | 1997-06-14 | £413,701 |
| 11 Barrack Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £27,280 | 1996-11-11 | £181,153 |
| 7 Barrack Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £17,280 | 1996-10-28 | £116,268 |
CM3 1ES area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% 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.
CM3 1ES 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.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Waltham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School South Street , CM3 1DF | 3out of 4 | 457 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Waltham Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School The Street , Little Waltham CM3 3NY | 3out of 4 | 1,866 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ford End Church of England Primary School Main Road , Ford End CM3 1LQ | - not rated | 3,712 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomfield Primary School School Lane , Broomfield CM1 7DN | 3out of 4 | 4,066 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands Spring Primary and Nursery School Dickens Place , Copperfield Road CM1 4UU | 4out of 4 | 4,960 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 3,091 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford Patching Hall Lane , CM1 4BS | 3out of 4 | 5,319 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 5,419 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 | 3,134 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbus School and College Oliver Way , CM1 4ZB | 4out of 4 | 5,128 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stores | Flat, The Stores | 257 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive | Barrack Lane, Great Waltham | 2 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion Hall | The Royal British Legion, The Village | 257 yd | |
| Rose And Crown | The Rose And Crown, Chelmsford Road | 983 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Waltham Recreation Ground SOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 422 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% |
| Median download speed | 62.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.