chelmsford CM12 Postcodes

Chelmsford (CM12)

The CM12 postcode area is located in the Chelmsford postcode town region, within the county of Essex, and contains a total of 779 individual postcodes.

There are 9 electoral wards in the CM12 postcode area, including Billericay, Bishops Stortford, Braintree, Brentwood, Burnham-On-Crouch, Chelmsford, Dunmow, Epping, Harlow, Ingatestone, Maldon, Ongar, Sawbridgeworth, Southminster, Stansted, Witham which come under the local authority of the Basildon Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 35% of people in CM12 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of CM12 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

The CM12 postcode is located in the Chelmsford district in the county of Essex, in the east of England. This postcode covers a large area of mainly rural land, with much of it being used for farming. The nearest town to the CM12 postcode is the village of High Roding, located in the neighbouring CM6 postcode. Other towns and villages in the CM12 postcode are Littley Green, Toot Hill, Roxwell, Leaden Roding and Gay Bowers.

The area boasts a rich cultural history, from the Bronze age tumuli found in the local area to the numerous churches which dot the landscape. It is also rich in wildlife, with an abundance of birds, foxes and other animals calling the CM12 area home. The countryside offers many opportunities for scenic walks and cycling routes, and is popular with horse riders.

The CM12 postcode is served by North West Essex Community Health NHS Trust, providing a range of localised services and support. The local environment in CM12 is mainly rural as well as being a mixture of agricultural land and woodland with small villages and a few larger towns.

Over the years, the CM12 postcode has undergone a lot of development, and is now home to a number of schools, leisure centres, and shops. Many of the local businesses are family-run, such as the local butcher, chippy, bakers, and pubs.

The area also boasts a good range of transport links, with access to regular bus services and a train station in Brentwood, approximately 30 minutes away. For those who prefer to drive, the nearby M25 motorway provides easy to access to London and the wider area.

Sport and leisure activities are popular in CM12, with a number of local parks and open spaces, as well as golf courses, tennis and bowling clubs, football and cricket clubs, and a thriving arts scene. The local town of High Roding has a thriving community activity centre, with its own library, health centre, and children's play areas.

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