Old Wickford Road is in South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford and in Chelmsford district. CM3 5QX is located in the South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Maldon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Wickford Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, CM3 5QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CM3 5QU, CM3 5QG, CM3 5QS, CM3 5QE, CM3 5QA, CM3 5RY, CM3 5PZ, CM3 5RZ, CM3 5UD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CM3 5QX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 51.8% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.2% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 5QX 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 | 28.5% | 25.8% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 57.6% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 11.7% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 3.2% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.6%) 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 | 49.6% | 48.2% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 38% | 39.4% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 10.4% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 18.1% | 14.2% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 16% | 2.3% | 9.6% | 6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 17.4% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 3.9% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 19.9% | 2.9% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 27.7% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 96.9% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 97.6% | 96.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.9% | 37.2% | 12.7% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Wickford Road was 112.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 159.1% higher than the South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Old Wickford Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville and the 89th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in Chelmsford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.2%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Bridge Cottages Old Wickford Road, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2024-03-20 | £626,374 |
| Roston Garage Old Wickford Road, Chelmsford, Essex Other, an established residential building | £467,999 | 2022-01-06 | £497,034 |
| Roston Garage Old Wickford Road, Chelmsford, Essex Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-01-06 | £212,408 |
| 6 Bridge Cottages Old Wickford Road, Chelmsford, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2017-08-04 | £427,463 |
| 4 Bridge Cottages Old Wickford Road, Chelmsford, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2014-07-18 | £823,935 |
CM3 5QX 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodville Primary School Brent Avenue , South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5SE | 4out of 4 | 832 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmwood Primary School Guys Farm Road , South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5NB | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, SWF Trinity Square , South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5JX | 3out of 4 | 1,724 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity St Mary's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Woodham Ferrers Trinity Square , South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5JX | 3out of 4 | 1,812 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Main Road , Woodham Ferrers CM3 8RJ | - not rated | 1,835 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William de Ferrers School Trinity Square , South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5JU | 3out of 4 | 1,815 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC Burnham Road | South Woodham Ferrers SF Connect, Burnham Road | 316 yd | |
| BP South Woodham Ferrers Connect | South Woodham Ferrers SF Connect, Burnham Road | 316 yd | |
| The Railway Pub | Railway Public House, 50 Hullbridge Road | 586 yd | |
| Call Of The Wild Zoo Ltd | Call Of The Wild Zoo, Wickford Road | 732 yd | |
| Munchies | 4 Warwick Parade, Clements Green Lane | 774 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tap Room 19 | 19 Haltwhistle Road, South Woodham Ferrers | 566 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Woodham Village Hall Playing Field Hullbridge Road | grass pitches | 544 yd |
| Champions Manor Hall CHAMPIONS MANOR HALL COMMUNITY CENTRE 94-104 CHAMPIONS MANOR HALL COMMUNITY CENTRE 94-104 HULLBRIDGE ROAD | 968 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.