Postmans Lane is in Little Baddow, Chelmsford and in Chelmsford district. CM3 4SF is located in the Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Maldon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Postmans Lane, Little Baddow, Chelmsford, CM3 4SF 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. The area surrounding CM3 4SF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 49.2% | 48.7% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 50.8% | 51.3% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 4SF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.9% 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 | 15% | 19.2% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72.7% | 67.9% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 23.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 4% | 5.3% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 6.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 60.1% | 50.2% | -9.9% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 31.9% | 2.2% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 13.7% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3.9% | 2.3% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 16.6% | 14.4% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 11% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 13.6% | -7.3% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 13.3% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.2% | 41.3% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 7.5% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.6% | 99.7% | 6.1% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Arab | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 92% | 95.5% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 91.1% | 95.8% | 4.7% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 0.3% | -4.2% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.9% | 76.7% | 15.2% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.7% | 37.2% | -14.5% |
| Christian | 70.1% | 46.2% | 23.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Postmans Lane was 33.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.8% lower than the Boreham and The Leighs average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Postmans Lane has the 18th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Boreham and The Leighs and the 209th lowest crime rate of 549 local areas in Chelmsford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.8%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Orchard Postmans Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,650,000 | 2022-11-25 | £1,663,095 |
| Goodday Cottage Postmans Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £885,000 | 2021-09-24 | £1,009,158 |
| Little Orchard Postmans Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £960,000 | 2014-11-25 | £1,475,582 |
| Oaklands Postmans Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,050,000 | 2009-11-20 | £2,059,459 |
| Goodday Cottage Postmans Lane, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2005-04-27 | £996,503 |
CM3 4SF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% 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 4SF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CM3 4SF 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 | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Danbury Little Baddow Road , Danbury CM3 4NS | 3out of 4 | 1,590 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Danbury Park Community Primary School Well Lane , Danbury CM3 4AB | 4out of 4 | 2,200 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodham Walter Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School The Street , Woodham Walter CM9 6RF | 3out of 4 | 2,817 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boreham Primary School Juniper Road , Boreham CM3 3DB | 4out of 4 | 4,263 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Primary School, Bicknacre Bicknacre Road , Bicknacre CM3 4ES | 3out of 4 | 4,407 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sandon School Molrams Lane , Sandon CM2 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 5,279 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 591 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathcote School Eves Corner , Danbury CM3 4QB | - not rated | 1,991 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarity Independent School Bridge Farm Barn , Woodhill Road CM2 7SG | - not rated | 4,100 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olio On The Ridge Ltd | The Generals Arms, The Ridge | 442 yd | |
| Frankly Burgers | The Generals Arms, The Ridge | 442 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.