chelmsford CM16 Postcodes
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Chelmsford (CM16)
The CM16 postcode area is located in the Chelmsford postcode town region, within the county of Essex, and contains a total of 951 individual postcodes.
There are 32 electoral wards in the CM16 postcode area, including Billericay, Bishops Stortford, Braintree, Brentwood, Burnham-On-Crouch, Chelmsford, Dunmow, Epping, Harlow, Ingatestone, Maldon, Ongar, Sawbridgeworth, Southminster, Stansted, Witham which come under the local authority of the Epping Forest Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 28% of people in CM16 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of CM16 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The CM16 postcode is located within the Chelmsford District, in the south of England. It covers the towns and villages of Epping, Nazeing, North Weald Bassett, and Thornwood, which are all within the Epping Forest District.
The CM16 postcode area is an affluent area, and is home to many wealthy commuters from London and other larger towns. There is a selection of independent shops and businesses throughout the area, as well as a selection of pubs and restaurants to cater for locals and visitors alike.
The area is also home to several schools, such as Epping St John's Church of England Primary School, Thornwood Primary School, High Ongar Primary School, and Nazeing Primary School. There are also two larger state schools in Epping, where most students from the CM16 postcode area attend.
Within the CM16 postcode area there is a wide variety of leisure and recreational activities available for residents. There are several golf courses, tennis courts, and other sports courts, as well as football clubs and gyms. There are also several parks and open spaces, such as the Lower Gore Court Park and High Beech Meadows, which provide plenty of green spaces for everyone to enjoy.
The area is home to the Epping Forest Country Park, which offers over 2500 acres of protected woodlands and walks. There is also a selection of restaurants, pubs, cafes and takeaways in the nearby towns, as well as a handful of theatres and cinemas.
Transport links are excellent, with direct train services to Stratford and into central London, as well as regular buses operating around the area. The M25 motorway is also just a short drive away, providing access to other areas of the UK.
Finally, the CM16 postcode area is well connected to the rest of the UK, with London Stansted Airport being just a short drive away.
Demographics
Essex
CM16 is located in the county of Essex, in England.
Essex has a total population of 1,802,200, making it the 7th largest county in the UK.
Essex has a total area of 1417 square miles, and a population density of 491 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | CM16 |
| Postal Town | Chelmsford |
| MSOA Name | Epping Forest 006 |
| LSOA Name | Epping Forest 006B |
| County | Essex |
| Region | Essex |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Epping Forest |
| Area Classification | Urban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%) |
CM16 Electoral Wards
The postal region of CM16, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Sunday, April 14, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 28% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.