Map & location
Overview
CM1 1GE falls within the Moulsham and Central ward of Chelmsford, placing it at the very heart of Essex's only city. This central location puts it within easy walking distance of the High Street, the Chelmsford Cathedral, and the pedestrianised shopping areas around High Chelmer and Bond Street retail quarter. The immediate surroundings are a mix of commercial premises, civic buildings, and residential properties typical of a busy English city centre.
Chelmsford received city status in 2012 and has grown into one of the most prosperous urban centres in the East of England. The Moulsham and Central ward benefits from excellent transport connections, a wide range of independent and chain retailers, cafés and restaurants along Moulsham Street and Duke Street, and a lively evening economy. The River Can and the nearby Central Park offer green respite just minutes from the postcode.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £255,000, around 32% below the wider CM1 district average of £377,208 (HM Land Registry, 615 recent sales).
Getting here
CM1 1GE is extremely well connected. Chelmsford city centre is served by frequent bus services on routes linking the postcode to surrounding suburbs including Springfield, Broomfield, Writtle and Galleywood, with major stops on Duke Street, High Street and Marconi Road nearby. Cyclists are catered for by dedicated lanes along New London Road and the River Can towpath, and the city centre is largely walkable. The A12 and A414 provide easy road access, and the city's main railway station is within comfortable walking distance for commuters heading to London Liverpool Street.
What it's famous for
Chelmsford is famous as the birthplace of radio: Marconi's pioneering wireless transmissions were made from the New Street works, and the Chelmsford Museum celebrates this heritage. The city is also known for its historic Chelmsford Cathedral (the Cathedral Church of St Mary the Virgin, St Peter and St Cedd), the annual V Festival (held at Hylands Park to the south-west), and a proud cricketing tradition at the County Ground on New Writtle Street. Moulsham Street, just south of the High Street, is celebrated locally for its independent restaurants, boutiques and Victorian streetscape.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing planning, waste and housing services
Main post office near the High Street area
County library on Market Road, central Chelmsford
Chelmsford City Council civic offices on Duke Street
City-centre police presence covering CM1 1GE
Tourist attractions
Local history and natural history collections in Oaklands Park
~1.2 kmMedieval cathedral at the heart of the city centre
~300 mLarge urban park alongside the River Can
~500 mCovered retail centre with major high-street brands
~200 mCelebrates Chelmsford's radio invention heritage
~3 kmHome of Essex Cricket on New Writtle Street
~700 mGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
CM11QH · 0300 2470014
~50 mCM26FD · 01245 357766
~500 mCM20DB · 01245 262255
~700 mPharmacies
CM11DD · 01245 258252
~250 mCM26FD · 01245 347227
~500 mCM26QT · 01245 898847
~550 mDentists
CM11BE
~300 mCM11NZ
~400 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford, is ~500 m away.
Voluntary aided school
~500 mAcademy converter
~600 mAcademy converter
~750 mOther independent school
~750 mOther independent school
~800 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Modern retail and leisure development in the city centre
Concentration of legal, financial and professional firms near High Street
Popular strip of independent restaurants, bars and cafés
Legacy of Chelmsford's engineering and tech industries
Major public-sector employer with offices in central Chelmsford
Gyms & leisure
Green space with riverside walks along the River Can
~500 mCity-centre swimming and fitness facility on Victoria Road
~600 mChelmsford's main venue for live theatre and performance
~400 mVibrant independent dining and drinking scene
~400 mCounty cricket and community sporting events
~700 mService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available in Chelmsford centre
Cable broadband coverage across much of Chelmsford
Water supply provider for Chelmsford
Electricity distribution network operator for Essex
Residential & community
Flats and conversions above commercial premises predominate near CM1 1GE
Period terraces on Moulsham Street and surrounding roads
Modern flat developments along the River Can corridor
Combination of owner-occupied, private rental and social housing
Transport
Train & Tube
Chelmsford Rail Station
Chelmsford City Centre
Beaulieu Park Rail Station
Beaulieu Park
Ingatestone Rail Station
Ingatestone
Bus stops
High Street / Tindal Square
Key city-centre interchange for routes across Chelmsford
Duke Street Stops
Stops serving routes to Springfield, Broomfield and beyond
Marconi Road
Stops for routes towards Great Baddow and Galleywood
Cycle hire
River Can Towpath
Traffic-free cycling along the River Can through the city
New London Road Cycle Lane
On-road cycle infrastructure heading south from the centre
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Chelmsford City Centre Charging
Public EV charge points within the city-centre car parks
Defibrillators
High Street Public Defibrillator
AED unit accessible on the High Street pedestrian area
Postboxes & Post Office
Chelmsford Post Office
Main branch serving CM1 postcode area
Fuel stations
Nearest Petrol Station
Several fuel stations within 1 km of the city centre
Places of worship
Cathedral Church of St Mary the Virgin, St Peter and St Cedd
~300 mCatholic parish church in central Chelmsford
~600 mMethodist congregation in the city centre
~500 mServes the Muslim community of Chelmsford
~900 mCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 1318% above the national average (965.4 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
577 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,243.
Housing & utilities
City-centre stock dominated by flats, many converted from commercial buildings
High demand for rental property from commuters and young professionals
Ongoing new-build development near the River Can improving local housing stock
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Accessible parkland and riverside walks close to the postcode
Moderate urban air quality; Chelmsford has AQMA zones on main roads
Parts of the immediate riverside area carry a low-to-medium flood risk
Expected city-centre noise from traffic and evening economy
FAQs
Where exactly is the CM1 1GE postcode?
CM1 1GE is located in the Moulsham and Central ward of Chelmsford, Essex, placing it right in the city centre close to the High Street, Chelmsford Cathedral and the River Can.
Which council area does CM1 1GE fall under?
CM1 1GE falls under Chelmsford City Council at the district level, with Essex County Council as the upper-tier authority.
Which parliamentary constituency covers CM1 1GE?
CM1 1GE is within the Chelmsford parliamentary constituency.
What is the nearest railway station to CM1 1GE?
Chelmsford city centre is served by a main railway station within comfortable walking distance of CM1 1GE — see the transport section above for details.
What schools are near CM1 1GE?
Several schools serve the Moulsham and Central ward — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the area around CM1 1GE like?
The area is a lively city-centre mix of retail, commercial and residential uses. Moulsham Street offers independent shops and restaurants; Central Park and the River Can provide green space nearby; and the area benefits from excellent bus and rail connections.
What is Chelmsford known for?
Chelmsford is famous as the birthplace of radio through Marconi's pioneering work, its historic cathedral, Essex County Cricket Ground, and city status granted in 2012. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the East of England.
Is CM1 1GE in a flood risk area?
Parts of the River Can corridor near CM1 1GE carry a low-to-medium flood risk. Prospective buyers or tenants should check the Environment Agency's flood risk map for the specific property address.
Useful links
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