The Street is in Hatfield Peverel, Chelmsford and in Braintree district. CM3 2EA is located in the Hatfield Peverel & Terling electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Street, Hatfield Peverel, Chelmsford, CM3 2EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM3 2HE, CM3 2EQ, CM3 2HJ, CM3 2HG, CM3 2EH, CM3 2BF, CM3 2EG, CM3 2HQ, CM3 2DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM3 2EA 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 | 50.4% | 51.4% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.6% | -1.0% | 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.
In the immediate area around CM3 2EA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.3% | 43.9% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45% | 34.8% | -10.2% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 4.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 10% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 7.2% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 45.3% | 44% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 40.5% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 11.5% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 3.2% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 31% | 22.3% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 13.8% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 15.2% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 20.1% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 23.7% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 98.4% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 97.6% 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% | 97.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 76.7% | 2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Street was 87.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.6% higher than the Witham South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Street has the 14th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Witham South and the 99th highest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arundel House The Street, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2011-02-11 | £622,320 |
| Dulverton The Street, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £197,500 | 2005-01-20 | £388,177 |
| Galen House The Street, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £87,500 | 1997-11-28 | £459,487 |
| 2 Providence Cottage The Street, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £59,995 | 1997-05-23 | £343,212 |
| 2 Providence Cottage The Street, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £31,250 | 1996-12-20 | £183,908 |
CM3 2EA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 75 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatfield Peverel Infant School Church Road , Hatfield Peverel CM3 2RP | 3out of 4 | 876 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatfield Peverel St Andrew's Junior School Church Road , Hatfield Peverel CM3 2JX | 3out of 4 | 876 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chipping Hill Primary School Owers Road , CM8 1FR | 4out of 4 | 2,637 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Maltings Lane , CM8 1DX | - not rated | 3,204 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Howbridge Infant School Dengie Close , CM8 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 3,386 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maltings Academy Spinks Lane , CM8 1EP | 4out of 4 | 3,578 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omars Tandoori | The Street, Hatfield Peverel | 14 yd | |
| The Coffee Lounge | Village Hall, Maldon Road | 410 yd | |
| E M C | Maldon Road, Hatfield Peverel | 458 yd | |
| The Blue Strawberry Bistro | Blue Strawberry Bistro, The Street | 485 yd | |
| The William B | The Street, Hatfield Peverel | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Duke Of Wellington | The Street, Hatfield Peverel | 14 yd | |
| Swan Inn PH | The Street, Hatfield Peverel | 485 yd | |
| Witham Rugby Club | Spa Road, Witham | 835 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | The Green, Hatfield Peverel | 841 yd | |
| The Cross Keys PH | The Green, Hatfield Peverel | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chips | 1 Hadfelda Square, The Street | 361 yd | |
| Hatfield Tandoori | Maldon Road, Hatfield Peverel | 458 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co-op | The Street, Hatfield Peverel | 132 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hatfield Peveral Village Hall MALDON ROAD | 486 yd | |
| Strutt Memorial Ground DE VERE CLOSE | grass pitches | 564 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 | 53.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| 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 | 46.4% |
| Median download speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.