West Wickham Road is in Balsham, Cambridge and in South Cambridgeshire district. CB1 6DZ is located in the Balsham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Wickham Road, Balsham, Cambridge, CB1 6DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB21 4DZ, CB21 4EQ, CB21 4EB, CB21 4EE, CB21 4EF, CB21 4EG, CB21 4EH, CB21 4AD, CB21 4EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB1 6DZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 55.1% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 46.4% | 44.9% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
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 6DZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% 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 | 26.4% | 28.8% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 57.6% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 5.2% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 (86.9%) 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 | 53.1% | 51.1% | -2.0% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 35.8% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 10.8% | 2.5% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.4% | 11.2% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 16.1% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 14.4% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 4.9% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 13.3% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 37.9% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 4.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.2% | 94.6% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 92.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.6% | 92.9% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 93.2% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Wickham Road was 8.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.5% lower than the Balsham average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
West Wickham Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Balsham and the 33rd lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in South Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.9%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stocking Toft, 64 West Wickham Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2007-08-29 | £1,144,636 |
| 17 West Wickham Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2002-08-16 | £482,320 |
CB1 6DZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Primary School High Street , Balsham CB21 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 234 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton Heights Junior School Wheatsheaf Way , Linton CB21 4XB | 3out of 4 | 4,521 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton CofE Infant School Church Lane , Linton CB21 4JX | 3out of 4 | 5,110 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linton Village College Cambridge Road , Linton CB21 4JB | 4out of 4 | 5,386 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Tempations iL Ltd | 11 The Hawthorns | 153 yd | |
| The Old Butchers | 35 High Street | 499 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell Inn | 2 West Wickham Road | 241 yd | |
| The Black Bull | 27 High Street | 513 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Balsham Recreation Ground BALSHAM RECREATION GROUND BALSHAM RECREATION GROUND CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 611 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.