Bishops Green on the map

Location in EssexBishops Green sits where the marker shows within the county.

69,980
Population
26,010
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£66,403
Avg. household income
2,876
Businesses
636
People per km²
Create a free area profile for Bishops GreenDownload or embed an infographic of these statistics →

About Bishops Green

Bishops Green 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 modern housing developments, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, and is known for its well-maintained streets and green spaces. There are several local amenities nearby, including schools, shops, and a community centre. The postcode area CM1 covers parts of Chelmsford, including Bishops Green, and is served by regular bus routes and a nearby railway station. The area is popular with families and commuters due to its convenient location and proximity to local services.

School Ratings in Bishops Green

Bishops Green is served by 14 schools. Tanglewood Nursery School, Chelmsford Hospital School, Chelmsford County High School for Girls and King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 18 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bishops Green

Property prices average £440K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £412K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bishops Green

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bishops Green, with 105 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bishops Green

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bishops Green falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Bishops Green

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Bishops Green, the nearest being John Tasker House Surgery (2.6 miles away).

Local Data for Bishops Green

Dig deeper into the area around Bishops Green with our free postcode tools.

Food Hygiene Ratings Hygiene scores for cafes, takeaways and shops Nearest GP Surgery Find the GP surgeries closest to a postcode Compare Areas Put two areas head to head House Prices Recent sale prices and trends

Property Prices 9,542 sales

Average Price £440K
£100 , £38.76M
Detached £619K 2,264
Semi £412K 2,534
Terraced £356K 1,967
Flat £230K 2,482

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
4 Other
Outstanding 6
Good 18
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM1 postcode area.

Cambian Great Dunmow School Not applicable Good 2.4 miles Dunmow St Mary's Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Great Dunmow Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Utt2/A Little Goslings Family Hub Delivery Site 3 miles Rodings Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles The Flitch Green Academy Primary 3.2 miles Ford End Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Helena Romanes School All-through Good 3.4 miles Felsted School Not applicable 3.9 miles Takeley Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Felsted Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Roseacres Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles

Household Income in Bishops Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bishops Green is approximately £66,403 a year before tax, 20% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,428. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bishops Green £66,403
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £47,428.

Businesses in Bishops Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,876 active businesses based in Bishops Green, around 41 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 48 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,876 Total businesses
41 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Bishops Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bishops Green in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 17%
13,389 Children (0-15) 19%
44,564 Working Age 64%
12,039 Older (65+) 17%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bishops Green 799 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bishops Green is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 333
Anti-Social Behaviour 105
Shoplifting 85
Public Order 61
Drugs 51
Other Theft 38
Criminal Damage & Arson 30
Other Crime 24
Burglary 19
Vehicle Crime 18
Robbery 13
Weapons 11
Bicycle Theft 6
Theft from Person 5
Local Policing
Essex Uttlesford South Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Chelmsford Train Station 8.2 miles
Stansted Mountfitchet Train Station 8.3 miles
Sawbridgeworth Train Station 8.6 miles
Bishops Stortford Train Station 8.7 miles
Braintree Train Station 9 miles
Braintree Freeport Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Garnetts 0.6 miles Philpot End 0.9 miles High Roding 1.2 miles Wellstye Green 1.4 miles Bacon End 1.4 miles Barnston 1.8 miles Baconend Green 1.8 miles High Easter 1.9 miles Great Canfield 2 miles Onslow Green 2 miles Stagden Cross 2 miles Pharisee Green 2 miles

Local Government

District Chelmsford
County Essex
Ward Waterhouse Farm
Constituency Chelmsford
Parish Chelmsford, unparished area
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Bishops Green

Of the 29,018 households in and around Bishops Green, 65% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 65% Social rented 18% Private rented 18%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bishops Green.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bishops Green

What is the population of Bishops Green?
Bishops Green has a population of approximately 69,980 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bishops Green?
The average property in and around Bishops Green sold for about £440,074, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 26% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bishops Green a deprived area?
Bishops Green sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bishops Green?
Bishops Green is covered by the CM1 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bishops Green?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bishops Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bishops Green?
The nearest railway station to Bishops Green is Chelmsford Train Station, about 8.2 miles away.

Streets in CM1 30 shown View all streets

Abbess Close 1 Acer Grove 2 Acres End 1 Admirals Walk 1 Alamein Road 1 Albany Close 1 Albemarle Link 2 Aldeburgh Way 2 Alick Hornsnell View 1 All Saints Close 1 Alma Drive 2 Alyssum Close 1 Anderson Avenue 2 Andrews Place 3 Anjou Green 1 Anvil Way 1 Apple Court 1 Arbour Lane 3 Armistice Avenue 6 Armours Lane 1 Arnhem Road 1 Arthur Court 1 Arthur Turp Close 1 Arun Close 1 Ashford Place 1 Ashford Road 1 Ashtree Close 1 Ashtree Crescent 1 Ashurst Drive 1 Aster Court 1

Postcodes in CM1 50 shown View all postcodes

CM1 1AE CM1 1AF CM1 1AG CM1 1AH CM1 1AN CM1 1AP CM1 1AQ CM1 1AT CM1 1AU CM1 1AW CM1 1BA CM1 1BB CM1 1BD CM1 1BE CM1 1BS CM1 1BT CM1 1BY CM1 1DB CM1 1DD CM1 1DE CM1 1DG CM1 1DH CM1 1DL CM1 1DN CM1 1DR CM1 1DU CM1 1DW CM1 1DX CM1 1EA CM1 1EB CM1 1EH CM1 1EJ CM1 1EL CM1 1EQ CM1 1ER CM1 1EW CM1 1FG CM1 1FH CM1 1FR CM1 1FU CM1 1FW CM1 1FZ CM1 1GD CM1 1GE CM1 1GF CM1 1GG CM1 1GH CM1 1GJ CM1 1GL CM1 1GN