Springfield, Chelmsford is a suburb of the central Essex town and is just over 3 miles square in size, and one mile from the centre. After much development over the past few decades, it has become the most populous suburb of Chelmsford with a population totaling 17,405 in the most recent survey taken in 2008.

After becoming a civil parish of Chelmsford in 1907, Springfield was classed until the 1950's as a semi-rural village with very little to attract outside visitors apart from the annual Essex Show and a few public houses. There was also the headquarters of the Essex Police and Chelmsford prison, both of which remain to this day.

Nowadays, Springfield Chelmsford is a thriving community with its own private hospital, six good quality schools covering all educational age groups, four places of worship of differing faiths, a business centre, strong cricket and football teams, pubs, restaurants, and even its own community centre. There are also a number of large supermarkets close by as well local shops including a Post Office, plus doctors and dentists to serve the growing population.

The name Springfield is also synonymous with American history after a former resident of Springfield Chelmsford, William Pynchon, became one of the leaders of the New World settlers known as the Massachusetts Bay Colony. After settling on the banks of the Connecticut River in 1636, the settlement was eventually named in honour of Pynchon's original English home. Springfield USA went on to become known as ‘The City of Firsts' due to so many innovations being discovered and invented in the town such as vulcanized rubber, the motorcycle, modern fire engines, and even the sport of Basketball.

Springfield Hospital Chelmsford

Opened in 1987, Springfield Hospital in Chelmsford is one of the leading private hospitals in Essex and is owned by Australian company, Ramsay Health Care UK. Most procedures are on a private basis, but you may still be able to have your treatment at the hospital if are an NHS patient under their ‘Choose & Book' scheme.

Springfield Medical Centre has 64 beds, consisting of 58 private rooms, all with en-suite facilities & TV, along with four, two bedded child & parent rooms. It is set on the northern outskirts of Chelmsford with landscaped gardens and free parking for both visitors & patients.

Springfield Hospital in Chelmsford offers mainly elective surgery and covers such procedures such as gynaecology, spinal surgery, ear, nose and throat, endoscopy, ophthalmology, urology, breast surgery, plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery & reconstructive surgery.

Springfield Hospital Address
Lawn Lane
Springfield
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 7GU

Springfield Hospital Telephone No is: 01245 234000

Springfield Hospital by Car - If arriving by car, please use postcode CM1 7GU in your SatNav, or follow the frequent road signs around Chelmsford and local roads.

Springfield Hospital Parking - There is free car parking for patients & visitors

Springfield Hospital by Bus - Catch either a number 54 or number 56 from Stand 10 outside Chelmsford Railway Station. Journey time should be around 10-15 mins.

For more information on local bus services visit Chelmsford Bus.

Springfield Hospital Jobs - One of the largest employers in Springfield is the local hospital and there are nearly always jobs available, although not with the high turnover which is common, it would seem, in an NHS hospital. So if you fancy working in the private healthcare sector as a nurse, a pharmacy technician, a radiotherapist, a theatre practitioner, or even a chef, why not see what positions they have available.

If you are on the lookout for jobs at Springfield Hospital, make sure you keep a check on our Medical jobs section.

Houses for Sale in Springfield Chelmsford

With many properties to choose from, Springfield is a popular place to reside in Chelmsford providing good amenities and local facilities for residents.

Flats in Townsend & Meggy Tye start at under £100K, whilst a bit further up the property ladder areas such as Church Lane, Allen Way, Judge Road, Webb Close & Chelmer Village Way offering affordable housing & being sought after by families. Some of the more expensive property can be found in Pump Lane, Cuton Grove, Oak Lodge Tye and Albermarle Link.

Springfield Chelmsford Property Prices - Average recent property prices are estimated to be in the region of £237K, being broken down as detached £379K, semi-detached £237K, terraced £199K, & flat at £134K.

Springfield Chelmsford Council Tax Rates - Council tax rates for Springfield are determined by the Chelmsford Borough Council and are slightly above the UK national average. For the period 2011 -2012 the annual band rates are as follows...

A £1,002.66
B £1,169.77
C £1,336.88
D £1,503.99
E £1,838.21
F £2,140.45
G £2,469.75
H £2,963.70

Springfield Chelmsford Crime Stats - According to the Police.uk website, Springfield has an average crime rate compared to the UK. Since the new crime reporting system was launched in December 2010, it show that there are, on average, approximately 100 crimes committed each month, of which just over half are anti-social behaviour, with an average rate of approx. 5 crimes committed per thousand people.

Schools in Springfield Chelmsford

Springfield Primary School in Chelmsford caters for children aged between the ages of 4 and 11 and in its latest Ofsted report in May 2009, was rated as ‘good with many outstanding features'. The school's ethos believes all children should ‘enjoy coming to school' and Headteacher, Sharon Tyler, states that on the school website that Springfield Primary School will "endeavour to provide a 1st class education in the important years ahead."

Springfield Primary School
Forsythia Close
Springfield
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 6XW
Tel: 01245 461077

The Tyrrells Primary School in Springfield, Chelmsford is a larger than normal primary school and caters for children aged between the ages of 4 and 11. In its latest Ofsted report in November 2008, it was rated as ‘outstanding' and is a school where pupils make exceptional progress and achievement is excellent. On its website, Headteacher, Sue Foster, states that The Tyrrells Primary School is a "busy and friendly school" & their core values are "respect, hard work, tolerance, & a love of learning.

The Tyrrells Primary School
Tavistock Road
Springfield
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 6JN
Tel: 01245 355226

Perryfields Infant School in Springfield, Chelmsford is a smaller than average sized infant school and caters for children between the ages of 4 and 7. In its latest Ofsted report in June 2007, it was rated as ‘good' with personal development & well-being being classed as ‘outstanding'. On its website, Headteacher, June Gould, states that the Perryfield Infant School aim is to give the children a love of learning as well as the belief that they can ‘reach for the stars'

Perryfields Infant School
Lawn Lane
Springfield
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 7PP
Tel: 01245 268714

Perryfields Junior School in Springfield, Chelmsford is an average sized junior school and caters for children between the ages of 7 and 11. In its latest Ofsted report in July 2007, it was rated as ‘good' and where pupils attain above average standards by the end of their final year. On its website, it states that the Perryfields Junior School strives to ensure a stimulating learning environment with a broad and varied curriculum.

Perryfields Junior School
Lawn Lane
Springfield
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 7PP
Tel: 01245 344527

Bishops C of E & R.C Primary School in Springfield, Chelmsford is one of only six in the whole of the UK which has joint Roman Catholic & Church of England foundation. The last Ofsted report in July 2010 rated the school as ‘Satisfactory' with the capacity for sustained improvement being rated as ‘Good'. On its website, Headteacher, Mr Gregory Waters, states that The Bishops C of E Primary School greets children from all faiths & backgrounds and the school community is one to which all are made to feel welcome and are able to belong.

The Bishops' C of E & R C Primary School
Beardsley Drive
Springfield
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 6ZQ
Telephone: 01245 460107

The Boswells School in Springfield, Chelmsford is a Specialist Performing Arts College which offers an education for pupils between the ages of 11 and 18. In the most recent Ofsted report in 2010 the school was classed at ‘Good' with an ‘Outstanding' capacity to improve. On its website, Headteacher, Mr David Crowe, states that The Boswells School aims to develop each students full potential and "that every child has one school life and together we must make it count".

The Boswells School
Burnham Road
Springfield
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 6LY
Tel: 01245 264451

Springfield Chelmsford - Local Amenities

Doctors in Springfield
• Humber Road Surgery, 27 Humber Road, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 7PE Tel: 0844 387 8773
• Mountbatten House Surgery, 1-7 Montgomery Close, North Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 6FF Tel: 01245 467750

Springfield Chelmsford NHS Walk in Clinic - North Chelmsford NHS Healthcare Centre, Sainsburys, 2 White Hart Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 5PA Tel: 03001 233366

Dentists in Springfield - Springfield Dental Practice, P.A. Inskip & S.J. Hancock, Nabbotts, Pump Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 6TB Tel: 01245 442442

Springfield Library - There nearest library to Springfield is Broomfield Library a couple of miles away. Springfield Library, 180 Main Road, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 7DJ. Tel: 01245 440254

Springfield Nurseries & Nursery Schools
• Small Wonders Nursery, Tavistock Rd, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 6JN Tel: 01245 493437
• Scallywags Nursery, Beaulieu Park Sports Pavilion, Beaulieu Park, Chelmsford, CM1 6ED Tel: 01245 468857‎
• Seymour House Day Nursery, 230 Springfield Rd, Chelmsford, CM2 6BP Tel: 01245 495455
• Holders Farm Kindergarten, 43 Osea Way, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 6JS Tel: 01245 262593
• Barn Hall Montessori Kindergarten, The Sports Pavillion, Burnell Gate, Chelmsford, CM1 6ED Tel: 07957 152518

Springfield Post Office - Torquay Road Post Office, 4 Torquay Road, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 6NF Tel: 01245 351403. Opening hours Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.30pm, Sat 9.00am-1.30pm, Sun Closed

Springfield Churches
• Springfield Baptist Church, Havengore, Chelmsford, CM1 6JP Tel: 01245 450727
• St. Augustine Catholic Church, The Presbytery, Beardsley Drive, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 6GQ Tel: 01245 465333
• All Saints C of E Church, Springfield Green, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7HS Tel: 01245 352274
• Chelmsford Community Church, Waveney Drive, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7PX Tel: 07984 099632

Springfield Sports Clubs
• Springfield Football Club, Pollards Meadow, Church Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7SF Tel: 01245 492441 Running several teams in 2010/2011 season for all ages from U8 to Senior level on Saturdays & Sundays. Always looking for new players at all levels and ages.
• Springfield Cricket Club, Coronation Park, Timsons Lane, Chelmsford, CM2 6AF Tel: 01245 258851. Four Saturday teams, two Sunday teams, plus four Colts teams.

Springfield Vets - Medivet Chelmsford, Bishopscourt Veterinary Surgery, 343 Springfield Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6AN Tel: 01245 252276. Consultations by appointment, 24hr emergency, ambulance service, home visits, dental treatment, worming, vaccinations.

Springfield Pubs
• The Tulip, Church Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7SF Tel: 01245 283219
• The Endeavour, 351, Springfield Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6AW Tel: 01245 257717
• The Springfield Arms, Crocus Way, off Pump Lne, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM 6XJ Tel: 01245 461020
• The Gardeners, Forsythia Close, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 6XW Tel: 01245 461020
• The Oddfellows Arms, 195 Springfield Road, Chelmsford, CM2 6JP Tel: 01245 490514

Springfield Business Centre - Chelmsford Business Centre, Springfield Lyons House, Springfield Lyons Approach, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM2 5LB Tel: 01245 463699

Springfield Community Centre - Springfield Parish Centre, St. Augustines Way, Springfield, Chelmsford, CM1 6GX Tel: 01245 464583. Hall hire available, regular classes, activities & events for local residents.