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Location in EssexChignall St James sits where the marker shows within the county.

69,980
Population
26,010
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
66
Schools nearby
£66,403
Avg. household income
2,876
Businesses
636
People per km²

About Chignall St James

Chignall St James is a small village located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It lies within the CM1 postcode area and is situated near the border with Hertfordshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes set along quiet lanes. It is close to the A120 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. The area is known for its rural character and proximity to open countryside, making it a peaceful place to live. There are local amenities including a church, a village hall, and a few small shops. The surrounding landscape features fields and woodlands, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. Chignall St James is part of the Chelmsford district and benefits from good transport links to London and other parts of Essex.

School Ratings in Chignall St James

Chignall St James is served by 66 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 Chignall St James

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 Chignall St James

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Chignall St James, with 150 incidents logged in July 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chignall St James

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chignall St James 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 Chignall St James

There are 22 GP surgeries within three miles of Chignall St James, the nearest being Essex Icb Adhd Rainbow Diagnostics Ltd (0.9 miles away).

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 66 within 5 miles View all schools

38 Primary
9 Secondary
19 Other
Outstanding 6
Good 18
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CM1 postcode area.

Newlands Spring Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 0.9 miles Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery Primary Good 1.1 miles Tanglewood Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.4 miles Parkwood Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.4 miles Writtle College Limited 16 plus Good 1.5 miles Lift Columbus Not applicable 1.5 miles The Hawthorns School Not applicable 1.5 miles The Sir Geoff Hurst Academy Not applicable 1.5 miles St Pius X Catholic Primary School Primary 1.6 miles St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford Secondary Good 1.7 miles Kings Road Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Che1 Chelmsford West Family Hub Delivery Site 1.8 miles

Household Income in Chignall St James ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chignall St James 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.

Chignall St James £66,403
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Chignall St James ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,876 active businesses based in Chignall St James, 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 Chignall St James IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chignall St James 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 Chignall St James 924 crimes · July 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Chignall St James 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 356
Anti-Social Behaviour 150
Shoplifting 97
Public Order 72
Criminal Damage & Arson 66
Other Theft 52
Drugs 40
Vehicle Crime 20
Weapons 18
Burglary 14
Other Crime 12
Robbery 10
Bicycle Theft 9
Theft from Person 8
Local Policing
Essex Chelmsford West 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 2.4 miles
Ingatestone Train Station 6.7 miles
Hatfield Peverel Train Station 7.3 miles
Billericay Train Station 9 miles
White Notley Train Station 9.1 miles
Cressing (Essex) Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Boyton Cross 1.2 miles Chignall Smealy 1.4 miles Mashbury 1.8 miles Newney Green 1.8 miles Fanner's Green 1.9 miles Writtle 1.9 miles Parsonage Green 2 miles Broomfield 2 miles Roxwell 2 miles Great Oxney Green 2 miles Breeds 2 miles Blasford Hill 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Chignall St James

Of the 29,018 households in and around Chignall St James, 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 Chignall St James.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chignall St James

What is the population of Chignall St James?
Chignall St James 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 Chignall St James?
The average property in and around Chignall St James 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 Chignall St James a deprived area?
Chignall St James 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 Chignall St James?
Chignall St James is covered by the CM1 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Chignall St James?
There are 66 schools within 5 miles of Chignall St James, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Chignall St James?
The nearest railway station to Chignall St James is Chelmsford Train Station, about 2.4 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

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