Is CM3 8HE a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
5 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of CM3 8HE. Most common: Criminal damage & arson.
House prices
£378,080
Average price in Chelmsford (2026-07, UK House Price Index). Down 2.3% year on year.
- Terraced
- £339,090
- Semi-detached
- £423,913
- Detached
- £682,046
- Flat / maisonette
- £207,861
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for CM3 8HE specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
Check long-term flood risk →GP & dentist ratings
CQC ratings near CM3 8HE on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near CM3 8HE on Check Food Hygiene