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About Baddow Park
Baddow Park is a residential area located in the town of Chelmsford, within the county of Essex, England. It lies just to the north of the town centre and is easily accessible from the A120 and A12 roads. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, many of which were built during the mid to late 20th century. There are several local amenities nearby, including shops, schools, and a community centre, making it a convenient place to live. The park itself, from which the area takes its name, offers green space for walking and recreation, with open lawns and mature trees. It is a peaceful spot within the town, popular with local families and dog walkers. The postcode area for Baddow Park is CM2.
School Ratings in Baddow Park
Families in Baddow Park have access to 76 local schools. Beehive Lane Community Primary School and Chancellor Park Primary School, Chelmsford are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Baddow Park
Homes sell for an average of £430K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £227K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Baddow Park
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Baddow Park, with 90 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Baddow Park
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Baddow Park among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Baddow Park
There are 14 GP surgeries within three miles of Baddow Park, the nearest being Baddow Hospital (1 miles away).
Local Data for Baddow Park
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Property Prices 8,429 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM2 postcode area.
Household Income in Baddow Park ONS 2023
The average total household income in Baddow Park is approximately £68,095 a year before tax, 23% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,663. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,663.
Businesses in Baddow Park ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,374 active businesses based in Baddow Park, around 40 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 51 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Baddow Park IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Baddow Park experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Baddow Park 710 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for Baddow Park are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Baddow Park
Of the 24,841 households in and around Baddow Park, 72% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Baddow Park.