Ashdon Road is in Saffron Walden and in Uttlesford district. CB10 2AA is located in the Saffron Walden Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Saffron Walden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashdon Road, Saffron Walden, CB10 2AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB10 2BA, CB10 2BD, CB10 2AD, CB10 2AB, CB10 2EA, CB10 2AE, CB10 2BT, CB10 2FJ, CB10 2BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CB10 2AA 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 | 49.7% | 50.5% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.5% | -0.8% | 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 CB10 2AA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.2% 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 | 24.6% | 30.4% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 52.2% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 8.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0.8% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9.7% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 6.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 (85.6%) 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 | 46% | 50.8% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 34.8% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 9.9% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 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 | 20% | 15.7% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 7.7% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 13.7% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 17.7% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 35% | 40.3% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 6.5% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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 | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 93.7% | 90.8% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85.1% 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 | 88.1% | 85.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 5% | 8.6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 3.8% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.7% | 84.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 11.7% | 10.4% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 1.3% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashdon Road was 8.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.0% lower than the Saffron Walden Audley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashdon Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Saffron Walden Audley and the 14th lowest crime rate of 263 local areas in Uttlesford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Ashdon Road, Saffron Walden, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £1,750,000 | 2025-03-05 | £1,799,034 |
| High Common Ashdon Road, Saffron Walden, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £865,000 | 2024-10-18 | £927,782 |
| High Common Ashdon Road, Saffron Walden, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £860,000 | 2024-02-29 | £971,380 |
| Priory Lodge Ashdon Road, Saffron Walden, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2023-09-28 | £897,546 |
| 4 Ashdon Road, Saffron Walden, Essex Detached, an established residential building | £985,000 | 2021-06-25 | £1,156,777 |
CB10 2AA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Castle Street , CB10 1BQ | 3out of 4 | 243 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| R A Butler Infant School South Road , CB11 3DG | 3out of 4 | 715 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| R A Butler Junior School South Road , CB11 3DG | 3out of 4 | 715 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Saffron Walden South Road , CB11 3DW | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Katherine Semar Infant School Ross Close , CB11 4DU | 4out of 4 | 1,988 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saffron Walden County High School Audley End Road , CB11 4UH | 4out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport Bury Water Lane , Newport CB11 3TR | 3out of 4 | 5,216 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saffron Walden Chinese | 1 - 3 East Street, Saffron Walden | 277 yd | |
| Jolie | 9 Rose And Crown Walk, Saffron Walden | 307 yd | |
| BRONTÉ | 8 Rose And Crown Walk, Saffron Walden | 307 yd | |
| Dead Time Ltd | 8 Rose And Crown Walk, Saffron Walden | 307 yd | |
| The Court Yard (Tiptree) | 2 - 3 Rose And Crown Walk, Saffron Walden | 307 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Axe | 60 Ashdon Road, Saffron Walden | 368 yd | |
| Saffron Walden Town Football Club | Catons Lane, Saffron Walden | 414 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | Kings Arms, Market Hill | 415 yd | |
| The Cross Keys | Cross Keys, 32 High Street | 570 yd | |
| Old English Gentleman | 11 Gold Street, Saffron Walden | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calzone | 14A Hill Street, Saffron Walden | 330 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 12 Hill Street, Saffron Walden | 399 yd | |
| The Grill | 11 Market Row, Saffron Walden | 433 yd | |
| Oriental Cottage | 1 Mercers Row, Saffron Walden | 466 yd | |
| Dorringtons | 4 Cross Street, Saffron Walden | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | Waitrose Limited, Hill Street | 399 yd | |
| Sushi Daily | Waitrose Limited, Hill Street | 399 yd | |
| Tesco | Radwinter Road, Saffron Walden | 1,020 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Hill Tennis Club CHURCH STREET | tennis courts | 365 yd |
| Grove Lawn Tennis Club EAST STREET | tennis courts | 429 yd |
| Dame Bradbury School ASHDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 478 yd |
| Catons Lane CATONS LANE | grass pitches | 543 yd |
| Wilburs Fitness Gym (Closed) 48a 48a High Street | health and fitness suite | 581 yd |
| Saffron Walden Cricket Club SAFFRON WALDEN CRICKET CLUB SAFFRON WALDEN CRICKET CLUB CATONS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 668 yd |
| Just Gym (Closed) Shire Hill | health and fitness suite | 794 yd |
| Pickles Gym Ltd (Closed) Stanstead House Stanstead House Shire Hill | health and fitness suite | 919 yd |
| Saffron Walden Golf Club WINDMILL HILL | golf | 962 yd |
| Just Gym WESTBROOK HOUSE WESTBROOK HOUSE SHIRE HILL | health and fitness suite | 968 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 142.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.