Link Road is in Sawston, Cambridge and in South Cambridgeshire district. CB2 4LB is located in the Sawston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Link Road, Sawston, Cambridge, CB2 4LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB22 3LB, CB22 3BQ, CB22 3LA, CB22 3SY, CB22 3BJ, CB22 3FD, CB22 3TH, CB22 3LE, CB22 3JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB2 4LB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 54.4% | 53.7% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 45.6% | 46.3% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 29.5% | 24.6% | -4.9% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 44% | 4.8% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 17.2% | 8.3% | 9.1% | 8.1% |
| Widowed | 19.8% | 9.5% | -10.3% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.3% | 45% | 6.7% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 31% | 32.8% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 21.5% | 14.8% | -6.7% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 5.9% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 31.6% | 25.8% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 7.3% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 8.6% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.6% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 13.3% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.3% | 39.1% | 10.8% | 33.8% | 5.3% |
| Other | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 3.7% | 1.8% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.6% | 88.6% | -8.0% | 81.4% | 7.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 82.8% 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 | 93.9% | 82.8% | -11.1% | 83.2% | -0.4% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 4.7% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 82.8% | -11.1% | 83.2% | -0.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.5% | 9.5% | 9.8% | -0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 1.9% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.7% | 76.7% | -6.0% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other Europe | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19% | 13.5% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Link Road was 29.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.4% lower than the Sawston average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Link Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Sawston and the 168th lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in South Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamara Link Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 1996-06-28 | £701,148 |
CB2 4LB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 retired residents living in CB2 4LB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bellbird Primary School Link Road , Sawston CB22 3GB | 3out of 4 | 100 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Icknield Primary School Lynton Way , CB22 3EA | - not rated | 777 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Westley Church of England VC Primary School Mill Lane , Whittlesford CB22 4NE | 3out of 4 | 1,777 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stapleford Community Primary School Bar Lane , Stapleford CB22 5BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,823 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Babraham CofE (VC) Primary School High Street , Babraham CB22 3AG | 4out of 4 | 2,927 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sawston Village College New Road , Sawston CB22 3BP | 3out of 4 | 508 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brickhouse | The Brick House Link Road | 183 yd | |
| Footprints Cafe | 1 High Street | 194 yd | |
| Jax | 22 High Street | 215 yd | |
| Corner Coffee Shop | 8 Mill Lane | 272 yd | |
| Victor Victoria Coffee | 80 High Street | 394 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Head | 19 High Street | 187 yd | |
| The Greyhound | 2 High Street | 241 yd | |
| The white lion | 96 High Street | 528 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill's Fish & Chips / Serial Grill | 36 High Street | 222 yd | |
| Jade Fountain | 42 - 46 High Street | 243 yd | |
| Sawston Pizza | 56 High Street | 306 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 76 High Street | 328 yd | |
| Cherry Garden | 73 High Street | 358 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Lane Recreation Ground MILL LANE | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Spicers Sports Ground THE PAVILION THE PAVILION NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| Sawston Village College Sports Centre NEW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 643 yd |
| Lynton Way Recreation Ground LYNTON WAY | grass pitches | 681 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.