Chestnut Avenue is in Hatfield Peverel, Chelmsford and in Braintree district. CM3 2LL 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 Chestnut Avenue, Hatfield Peverel, Chelmsford, CM3 2LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM3 2LB, CM3 2LJ, CM3 2LW, CM3 2LP, CM3 2LN, CM3 2LH, CM3 2LR, CM3 2JE, CM3 2JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM3 2LL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.5% | -1.3% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of CM3 2LL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% 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 | 21.4% | 27.2% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 55.4% | -3.8% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 6.2% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 8% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.1% | 46.9% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 34.4% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 14.5% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 24.8% | 22.5% | -2.3% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 9.5% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 17.1% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.2% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 13.1% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 28% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.6% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.2% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 97.1% | 95.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.6% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chestnut Avenue was 32.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.6% lower than the Witham South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chestnut Avenue has the 18th lowest crime rate of 63 local areas in Witham South and the 176th lowest crime rate of 481 local areas in Braintree .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Chestnut Avenue, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £397,600 | 2024-04-22 | £416,553 |
| 27 Chestnut Avenue, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2023-09-22 | £453,415 |
| 4 Chestnut Avenue, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-11-26 | £438,612 |
| 27 Chestnut Avenue, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2019-06-14 | £409,637 |
| 6 Chestnut Avenue, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2019-06-13 | £340,585 |
CM3 2LL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 2LL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| 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 | 531 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatfield Peverel St Andrew's Junior School Church Road , Hatfield Peverel CM3 2JX | 3out of 4 | 531 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chipping Hill Primary School Owers Road , CM8 1FR | 4out of 4 | 3,008 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Maltings Lane , CM8 1DX | - not rated | 3,589 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Howbridge Church of England Junior School Howbridge Road , CM8 1BZ | 2out of 4 | 3,766 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,049 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Green Preparatory School Parsonage Lane , Little Baddow CM3 4SU | - not rated | 4,977 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffee Lounge | Village Hall, Maldon Road | 448 yd | |
| E M C | Maldon Road, Hatfield Peverel | 483 yd | |
| Carrie's Kitchen | Wheatsheaf, The Green | 607 yd | |
| The Blue Strawberry Bistro | Blue Strawberry Bistro, The Street | 641 yd | |
| Omars Tandoori | The Street, Hatfield Peverel | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witham Rugby Club | Spa Road, Witham | 593 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | The Green, Hatfield Peverel | 624 yd | |
| Swan Inn PH | The Street, Hatfield Peverel | 642 yd | |
| The Duke Of Wellington | The Street, Hatfield Peverel | 679 yd | |
| The Cross Keys PH | The Green, Hatfield Peverel | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatfield Tandoori | Maldon Road, Hatfield Peverel | 483 yd | |
| Mr Chips | 1 Hadfelda Square, The Street | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co-op | The Street, Hatfield Peverel | 598 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Strutt Memorial Ground DE VERE CLOSE | grass pitches | 318 yd |
| Hatfield Peveral Village Hall MALDON ROAD | 410 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 | 40.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60.38 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.38 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.