CM3 2RA is in Terling, Chelmsford and Braintree district. CM3 2RA 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 Terling, Chelmsford, CM3 2RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CM3 2RA is primarily male, with 56.2% of the population 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 | 53.3% | 43.8% | -9.5% | 51.0% | -7.2% |
| Male | 46.7% | 56.2% | 9.5% | 49.0% | 7.2% |
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 2RA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% 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 | 34.4% | 25.3% | -9.1% | 37.9% | -12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 57.6% | 15.4% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 1% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 11.1% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 10% | 5.1% | -4.9% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 53.3% | 50.8% | -2.5% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 35% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 10% | -3.9% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 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 | 16.7% | 22% | 5.3% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.2% | 7% | -15.2% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 14% | -7.1% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 5% | -1.7% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 18% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 27% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 7% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 4.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.4% | 98.3% | 4.9% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 92.6% | 90.1% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 6.6% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 90.1% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 5% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.8% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.7% | 37.2% | -8.5% |
| Christian | 65.6% | 46.2% | 19.4% |
| Jewish | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CM3 2RA was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Witham South average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hankins Farm, Chelmsford, Essex Other, an established residential building | £705,000 | 2023-03-17 | £685,141 |
| White Oaks, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2021-02-25 | £791,105 |
| White Oaks, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £635,000 | 2018-06-27 | £749,581 |
| Little Weathers, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2006-03-27 | £851,450 |
| Little Weathers, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £137,500 | 1998-01-29 | £715,000 |
CM3 2RA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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 2RA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terling Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School New Road , Terling CM3 2PN | 2out of 4 | 1,867 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Leighs Primary School Aragon Road , Great Leighs CM3 1RP | 3out of 4 | 4,345 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boreham Primary School Juniper Road , Boreham CM3 3DB | 4out of 4 | 4,941 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Notley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Vicarage Avenue , White Notley CM8 1RZ | 3out of 4 | 5,224 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 | 5,303 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Hall School The Avenue , Boreham CM3 3HS | - not rated | 5,074 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Belsteads School Back Lane , Little Waltham CM3 3PP | - not rated | 5,359 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.