Chelmsford Close is in London and in Newham district. E6 5QR is located in the Beckton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Ham. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chelmsford Close, London, E6 5QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: E6 5QP, E6 5QQ, E6 5QJ, E6 5RS, E6 5QT, E6 5QH, E6 5RT, E6 5QW, E6 5RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding E6 5QR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 53% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 45.6% | 47% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 E6 5QR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.6% 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 | 47.3% | 47.6% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.2% | 34.5% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -9.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 7.6% | 3.6% | -4.0% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.1% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 3% | 4.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 38.8% | 42.4% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 32.2% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 14.1% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 8.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 | 22.4% | 20.9% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 11.6% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 16.1% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 7.2% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 14.9% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 24.9% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 11.4% | 4.4% | -7.0% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 45.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.9% | 7.7% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 6.6% |
| Chinese | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 6.5% | 1.6% | -4.9% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 4.9% | 4.8% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 12.9% | 15.7% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 13.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 11% | 7.7% | -3.3% | 1.0% | 6.7% |
| Other Black | 5.2% | 4.2% | -1.0% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 41.4% | 45.5% | 4.1% | 81.4% | -35.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 62.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.4% | 62.3% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -20.9% |
| European Union | 12.6% | 16.9% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 10.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 8.1% | 7.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 4.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11% | 8.9% | -2.1% | 5.6% | 3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 65.4% | 62.5% | -2.9% | 83.2% | -20.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.2% | 25.6% | 22.4% | 9.8% | 15.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 4.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.1% | 5.4% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 3.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.8% | 1.9% | -16.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Lithuania | 9% | 0.3% | 8.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 4.5% | 0.9% | 3.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.4% | 37.2% | -14.8% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Muslim | 18.5% | 6.5% | 12.0% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chelmsford Close was 94.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.7% lower than the Beckton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chelmsford Close has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Beckton and the 311th lowest crime rate of 744 local areas in Newham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Chelmsford Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-11-01 | £380,254 |
| 4 Chelmsford Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2007-05-22 | £471,535 |
| 5 Chelmsford Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2005-04-07 | £497,143 |
| 5 Chelmsford Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2004-03-23 | £466,392 |
| 5 Chelmsford Close, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £66,000 | 1997-04-11 | £471,138 |
E6 5QR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in E6 5QR area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Kerrison Nursery School Sophia Road , E16 3PB | 3out of 4 | 1,895 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oliver Thomas Nursery School Mathews Avenue , East Ham E6 6BU | 4out of 4 | 2,192 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cyril Henry Nursery School 57 St Mary Street , Woolwich SE18 5AP | - not rated | 2,486 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Nursery School Burke Street , Canning Town E16 1ET | - not rated | 3,034 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pound Park Nursery School Pound Park Road , Charlton SE7 8AF | 4out of 4 | 3,139 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winsor Primary School East Ham Manor Way , Beckton E6 5NA | 3out of 4 | 714 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellen Wilkinson Primary School Tollgate Road , Beckton E6 5UP | 3out of 4 | 728 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Beckton Primary School Harrier Way , Beckton E6 5XG | 3out of 4 | 775 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Beckton Primary School Harrier Way , Beckton E6 5XG | - not rated | 775 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Calverton Primary School King George Avenue , E16 3ET | - not rated | 818 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsford Community School Kingsford Way , Beckton E6 5JG | 3out of 4 | 326 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| London Design and Engineering UTC 15 University Way , E16 2RD | 3out of 4 | 1,145 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Docks Academy Prince Regent Lane , Custom House E16 3HS | 3out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Docks Academy Prince Regent Lane , Custom House E16 3HS | - not rated | 1,336 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Manor Academy Roman Road , E6 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langdon School Sussex Road , East Ham E6 2PS | - not rated | 2,761 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School of Science and Technology Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | - not rated | 5,310 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newham Sixth Form College Prince Regent Lane , Plaistow E13 8SG | - not rated | 2,096 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newham College of Further Education East Ham Campus , High Street South E6 6ER | - not rated | 2,412 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre, City of London Academy 326 Barking Road , East Ham E6 2BB | - not rated | 2,561 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwich Community College at Plumstead Centre 95 Plumstead Road , Plumstead SE18 7DQ | - not rated | 3,273 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooters Hill Sixth Form College Red Lion Lane , SE18 4LD | - not rated | 4,732 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary Magdalene Church of England All Through School Kingsman Street , SE18 5PW | 3out of 4 | 2,600 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdon Academy Sussex Road , East Ham E6 2PS | 3out of 4 | 2,761 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastbury Community School Hulse Avenue , IG11 9UW | 3out of 4 | 4,678 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| School 21 Pitchford Street , E15 4RZ | - not rated | 4,864 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxford School Loxford Lane , IG1 2UT | 4out of 4 | 5,310 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of East London 4 - 6 Universtiy Way , E16 2RD | - not rated | 1,077 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jasper City School 90A Lawson Close , Custom-House E16 3LU | - not rated | 1,171 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckton Special School Tollgate Road , E16 3LQ | - not rated | 1,221 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth Fry School Prince of Wales Road , E16 3HQ | - not rated | 1,231 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regent School Prince Regent Road , E16 3HX | - not rated | 1,448 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food4ME St Marks Cafe | St Marks Community Centre, Tollgate Road | 501 yd | |
| American Bagel | American Bagel Kiosk, Mary Rose Mall | 503 yd | |
| McDonalds | 4 - 5 Mary Rose Mall, Beckton | 535 yd | |
| Bevs Cafe | Unit 4 A3, Beckton Retail Park | 913 yd | |
| Yi Ban Restaurant | London Regatta Centre, 1010 Dockside Road | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berneliu Uzeiga - Shepherds Inn | Beckton Tavern, 16 Mary Rose Mall | 458 yd | |
| The Winsor House P H & Travel Inn Brewster Fayre | Winsor Public House, 1 Woolwich Manor Way | 749 yd | |
| Cabin Bar | London City Airport Ltd, City Aviation House | 1,051 yd | |
| Underground Bar | University Of East London Dockland Campus, University Way | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caloroso Pizza Beckton | East London Gymnasium, Triumph Road | 354 yd | |
| Beckton Fish Bar | 12 East Ham Manor Way, Beckton | 764 yd | |
| Soul And Grain | Room C1 24, City Aviation House | 1,051 yd | |
| Pret A Manger | London City Airport, London | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK | 198 Tollgate Road, Beckton | 487 yd | |
| Asda Stores | Asda Superstore, Tollgate Road | 537 yd | |
| Food Bazar (LDN) Ltd | Unit 2, Beckton Retail Park | 932 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East London Gymnastics Centre TRIUMPH ROAD | 343 yd | |
| Kingsford Community School KINGSFORD WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 370 yd |
| New Beckton Park Savage Gardens | grass pitches, tennis courts | 431 yd |
| Beckton Globe Learning Zone BECKTON GLOBE BECKTON GLOBE KINGSFORD WAY | 431 yd | |
| Beckton District Park South Stansfeld Road | grass pitches | 457 yd |
| Ymca Beckton Centre Tollgate Road | 536 yd | |
| Beckton Community Centre EAST HAM MANOR WAY | 832 yd | |
| King George V Park KING GEORGE V PARK KING GEORGE V PARK KING GEORGE AVENUE | grass pitches | 933 yd |
| Beckton District Park North BECKTON DISTRICT PARK NORTH BECKTON DISTRICT PARK NORTH TOLLGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| London Regatta Centre DOCKSIDE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 985 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.