Cherry Hinton Road is in Cambridge and in Cambridge district. CB1 4AW is located in the Queen Edith's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge, CB1 4AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB1 7AN, CB1 7TT, CB1 7TX, CB1 7AW, CB1 8AQ, CB1 9TU, CB1 7BX, CB1 7DA, CB1 7UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CB1 4AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 50.5% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.5% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CB1 4AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.7% | 33.5% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 53.6% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 7.2% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 4.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.1% | 54.6% | -3.5% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 34% | 33.5% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 6.8% | 8.6% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around CB1 4AW this area, 4.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 77.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.7% | 6.4% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 7.6% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -9.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 70.8% | 77.3% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 43.5% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 2.8% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 4.2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 91.8% | 85.6% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 4.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 81.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 81.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| European Union | 8.2% | 6.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 6.1% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.4% | 81.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 10.2% | 8.6% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.5% | 2.2% | -3.3% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 2.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.8% | 3.2% | -5.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 3.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cherry Hinton Road was 9.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.2% lower than the Coleridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cherry Hinton Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Coleridge and the 18th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Cambridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.2%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Floor Flat 212 Cherry Hinton Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £40,850 | 1998-11-01 | £167,129 |
CB1 4AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in CB1 4AW area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 43 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Other | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homerton Early Years Centre Holbrook Road , CB1 7ST | 4out of 4 | 929 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Nursery School Young Street , CB1 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 2,378 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fields Nursery School Galfrid Road , CB5 8ND | 4out of 4 | 2,773 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Colleges Nursery School Campkin Road , CB4 2LD | 4out of 4 | 4,894 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morley Memorial Primary School Blinco Grove , CB1 7TX | 3out of 4 | 147 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgefield Primary School Radegund Road , CB1 3RJ | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Edith Primary School Godwin Way , CB1 8QP | 3out of 4 | 1,089 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Emma Primary School Gunhild Way , CB1 8QY | 3out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pauls CofE VA Primary School Coronation Street , CB2 1HJ | 2out of 4 | 1,688 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coleridge Community College Radegund Road , CB1 3RJ | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Inter-Church School Birdwood Road , CB1 3TD | 4out of 4 | 1,395 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Netherhall School Queen Edith's Way , CB1 8NN | 3out of 4 | 1,714 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology Robinson Way , CB2 0SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,776 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trumpington Community College Lime Avenue , CB2 9FD | - not rated | 1,905 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hills Road Sixth Form College Hills Road , CB2 8PE | - not rated | 645 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Road Sixth Form College Long Road , CB2 8PX | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey College Cambridge Homerton Gardens , Purbeck Road CB2 8EB | - not rated | 857 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Perse School Hills Road , Trumpington CB2 8QF | - not rated | 893 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Andrew's College Cambridge 13 Station Road , CB1 2JB | - not rated | 1,288 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaks International School Cherry Hinton Hall , Cherry Hinton Road CB1 8DW | - not rated | 1,576 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge International School Cherry Hinton Hall , Cherry Hinton Road CB1 8DW | - not rated | 1,576 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NapolEAT | 190 - 196 Cherry Hinton Road | 42 yd | |
| Pabulum Ltd | Morley Memorial Primary School Blinco Grove | 106 yd | |
| Maharani Takeaway | 210 Cherry Hinton Road | 107 yd | |
| Sunset Lounge | 106 Cherry Hinton Road | 346 yd | |
| Harpur's Cafe | 86 Cherry Hinton Road | 420 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rock | The Rock, 200 Cherry Hinton Road | 68 yd | |
| Cherry Hinton Constitutional Club | 142 - 144 Cherry Hinton Road | 193 yd | |
| The Rathmore Club | The Rathmore Club, 70 Cherry Hinton Road | 479 yd | |
| The Junction | The Junction, 1 Clifton Way | 752 yd | |
| Monty's Catering @ Queen Ediths PH | Queen Edith Public House Wulfstan Way | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishnchickn / Serial Grill | 202 Cherry Hinton Road | 79 yd | |
| New Golden Buddha | 212 Cherry Hinton Road | 112 yd | |
| MAIDO HOUSE | 217A Cherry Hinton Road | 128 yd | |
| Sarina’s Desserts | 105A Cherry Hinton Road | 367 yd | |
| Milly’s Chicken | 103 Cherry Hinton Road | 373 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 5 - 6, Adkins Corner Perne Road | 542 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | Unit 1, Marque House, 143 Hills Road | 724 yd | |
| Tesco | 1, Market Rise Cherry Hinton Road | 736 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 4 - 5, Cambridge Leisure Park Clifton Way | 780 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | 115 - 117 Perne Road | 808 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coleridge Recreation Ground Davy Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 658 yd |
| Homerton College HILLS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 681 yd |
| Pure Gym (Cambridge) Clifton Way | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 801 yd |
| Coleridge Community College RADEGUND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 804 yd |
| Hills Road Sports & Tennis Centre PURBECK ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 894 yd |
| Queen Edith Primary School GODWIN WAY | grass pitches, swimming pool | 977 yd |
| The Perse Upper School HILLS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 983 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.