Glebe Meadow is in Great Waltham, Chelmsford and in Chelmsford district. CM3 1EX 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 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glebe Meadow, Great Waltham, Chelmsford, CM3 1EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM3 1ET, CM3 1AR, CM3 1ES, CM3 1DE, CM3 1DJ, CM3 1DH, CM3 1AS, CM3 1DF, CM3 1AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM3 1EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 51.3% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.6% | 48.7% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 CM3 1EX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 17.3% | 26.9% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.4% | 53.7% | -15.7% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 9.1% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 7% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 (89.5%) 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 | 57.7% | 53.6% | -4.1% | 48.4% | 5.2% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 35.9% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 7.7% | 8.9% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 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.
In the area around CM3 1EX this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.5% | 9.5% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 12% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 17.8% | 4.9% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 3.3% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 16.9% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.9% | 38.4% | -1.5% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.1% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 99% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 95.5% | 95.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 94.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glebe Meadow was 59.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.4% lower than the Boreham and The Leighs average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glebe Meadow has the 18th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Boreham and The Leighs and the 198th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in Chelmsford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Glebe Meadow, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2023-10-20 | £859,877 |
| 3 Glebe Meadow, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2015-06-18 | £1,006,758 |
| Heatherbank, 2 Glebe Meadow, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £695,000 | 2010-10-29 | £1,264,214 |
| 1 Glebe Meadow, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2006-04-11 | £1,086,378 |
| 3 Glebe Meadow, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 1997-09-11 | £1,337,366 |
CM3 1EX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% 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 1EX 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 CM3 1EX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanglewood Nursery School Melbourne Avenue , CM1 2DX | 4out of 4 | 5,386 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| 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 | 320 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 | 1,765 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ford End Church of England Primary School Main Road , Ford End CM3 1LQ | - not rated | 3,848 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomfield Primary School School Lane , Broomfield CM1 7DN | 3out of 4 | 3,932 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands Spring Primary and Nursery School Dickens Place , Copperfield Road CM1 4UU | 4out of 4 | 4,854 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 | 2,956 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford Patching Hall Lane , CM1 4BS | 3out of 4 | 5,194 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 | 5,281 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 | 3,002 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbus School and College Oliver Way , CM1 4ZB | 4out of 4 | 5,005 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 | 143 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive | Barrack Lane, Great Waltham | 140 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion Hall | The Royal British Legion, The Village | 143 yd | |
| Rose And Crown | The Rose And Crown, Chelmsford Road | 858 yd | |
| The Walnut Tree | Walnut Tree, Larks Lane | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Waltham Recreation Ground SOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 285 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.