Meadow Road is in Great Chesterford, Saffron Walden and in Uttlesford district. CB10 1PX is located in the Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Saffron Walden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Road, Great Chesterford, Saffron Walden, CB10 1PX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB10 1PU, CB10 1PY, CB10 1PZ, CB10 1QA, CB10 1QF, CB10 1NR, CB10 1PT, CB10 1QL, CB10 1QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CB10 1PX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.4% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.6% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.5% | 28.1% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 48% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 14.5% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 8.6% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.1% | 40.7% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 39.1% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 15.5% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 26.5% | 23.3% | -3.2% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.9% | 11.4% | -9.5% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 14.2% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.5% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 11.4% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 32% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -1.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.7% | 100% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 94.2% | 89.6% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 5.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 91% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.9% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0.8% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 76.7% | -0.3% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 12.8% | 6.0% | 6.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Road was 28.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.1% higher than the Ashdon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Ashdon and the 105th lowest crime rate of 263 local areas in Uttlesford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.3%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Meadow Road, Saffron Walden, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-02-25 | £439,456 |
| 18 Meadow Road, Saffron Walden, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-12-12 | £377,260 |
| 12 Meadow Road, Saffron Walden, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2018-02-07 | £446,434 |
| 16 Meadow Road, Saffron Walden, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2016-07-08 | £412,427 |
| 16 Meadow Road, Saffron Walden, Essex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2014-09-01 | £438,484 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CB10 1PX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Chesterford Church of England Primary Academy School Street , Great Chesterford CB10 1NN | 4out of 4 | 305 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duxford Church of England Community Primary School St John's Street , Duxford CB22 4RA | 3out of 4 | 4,559 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days Food Hall | The Post Office, School Street | 323 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown And Thistle | High Street, Great Chesterford | 448 yd | |
| The Plough | High Street, Great Chesterford | 448 yd | |
| GT Chesterford Bowls Club | Bowling Green Pavilion, Newmarket Road | 481 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Chesterford Recreation Ground NEWMARKET ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 256 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.