151,198TOTAL POPULATION
62,508HOUSEHOLDS
3.1%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£48,360AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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CM2 POSTCODE REGION

Chelmsford (CM2)

The CM2 postcode area is located in the Chelmsford postcode town region, within the county of Essex, and contains a total of 1786 individual postcodes.

There are 26 electoral wards in the CM2 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 Chelmsford Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 31% of people in CM2 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 CM2 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 CM2 postcode is located in the Chelmsford district in the UK and covers four main areas; Galleywood, Great Baddow, Writtle, and Little Baddow.

Galleywood is a large suburban area situated on the northern edge of Chelmsford. It contains a number of residential areas, two primary schools, a community centre and a local shopping area with shops and services. It is close to green space and recreational facilities including Broomfield Park and is also known for its many pubs.

Great Baddow is an affluent neighbourhood to the east of Chelmsford city centre. It has many local sports clubs, including Great Baddow Rugby Club, and amenities such as a local post office and a public library. Great Baddow also contains a number of historical buildings, including the Grade II listed Saint Mary Magdalene church.

Writtle is a village located to the east of Chelmsford, surrounded by some of the most picturesque countryside in the area. It is home to two schools, a post office, a village hall, a local pub and other amenities.

Little Baddow is a small village located just south west of Great Baddow with a population of 1200. The village contains four churches, two pubs, a village hall, post office and other local amenities, and is also known for its picturesque countryside and rolling hills.

The CM2 postcode has good transport links as it is within easy reach of both Chelmsford city centre and the M25 motorway, making it easy to access the rest of the region. It is also in close proximity to Stansted International Airport. The area also has a good selection of schools, both primary and secondary, and is considered a popular area to live.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 91%WORKING
  • 9%UNEMPLOYED

9% of people in CM2 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 31%AB
  • 53%C2/C2
  • 16%DE

According to census records, 31% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 90%WHITE
  • 10%NON-WHITE

90% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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CM2Essex

Essex

The county of Essex

CM2 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.

Essex Postal Town Map
Outward CodeCM2
Postal TownChelmsford
MSOA NameChelmsford 010
LSOA NameChelmsford 010D
CountyEssex
RegionEssex
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityChelmsford
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

CM2 Electoral Wards

The postal region of CM2, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Baddow Park
Boreham
Butt's Green
Chelmer
Chelmer Village
Chelmsford
Danbury
East Hanningfield
Galleyend
Galleywood
Great Baddow
Great Claydons
Greenwoods
Horne Row
Howe Green
Little Baddow
Little Mascalls
Lower Green
Lower Green
Margaretting Tye
Moulsham
Reader's Corner
Sandon
Springfield
West Hanningfield
Widford
Woodhill
Browse Postcodes in CM2

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (CM) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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