Pump Lane is in Pleshey, Chelmsford and in Chelmsford district. CM3 1HD is located in the Chelmsford Rural West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Saffron Walden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pump Lane, Pleshey, Chelmsford, CM3 1HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM3 1HA, CM3 1HE, CM3 1HL, CM3 1HG, CM3 1HJ, CM3 1JG, CM3 1HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CM3 1HD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 48.9% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 52.5% | 51.1% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 CM3 1HD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.7% 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 | 18.5% | 27.2% | 8.7% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67% | 58.7% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 14.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (88.4%) 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 | 56.3% | 59.9% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 11.5% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 28.5% | -5.0% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 7% | 10.4% | 3.4% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 17.2% | 14.7% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 10.1% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 15.6% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.4% | 38% | -0.4% | 33.8% | 4.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.5% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 96.5% | 96.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 96.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pump Lane was 30.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.8% lower than the Chelmsford Rural West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pump Lane has the 21st lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Chelmsford Rural West and the 194th lowest crime rate of 549 local areas in Chelmsford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Cottage Pump Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2015-10-30 | £746,250 |
CM3 1HD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 1HD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Construction | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Other | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford End Church of England Primary School Main Road , Ford End CM3 1LQ | - not rated | 3,003 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Waltham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School South Street , CM3 1DF | 3out of 4 | 3,733 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 | 5,208 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Leather Bottle | The Street, Pleshey | 236 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pleshey Village Hall SKYLARKS SKYLARKS BURY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 277 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.