Alpha Terrace is in Trumpington, Cambridge and in Cambridge district. CB2 9HS is located in the Trumpington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cambridge. This postcode has been in use since 2006-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alpha Terrace, Trumpington, Cambridge, CB2 9HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB2 9HT, CB2 9HY, CB2 9HR, CB2 9JU, CB2 9HW, CB2 9HX, CB2 9HD, CB2 9JX, CB2 9HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB2 9HS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 52.7% | 53.1% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 47.3% | 46.9% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 42.4% | 37.7% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 48.8% | 5.9% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1.6% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8.2% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 (88.4%) 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 | 63.2% | 55.6% | -7.6% | 48.4% | 7.2% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 32.8% | 4.1% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 5.7% | 8.3% | 2.6% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 CB2 9HS 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 72%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.8% | 4.9% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.2% | 3.3% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 5.6% | 7% | 1.4% | 13.4% | -6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 9.5% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 68% | 72% | 4.0% | 33.8% | 38.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.6% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| White | 87.5% | 85.4% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 4.0% |
| Arab | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 68.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 68.9% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -14.3% |
| European Union | 9.1% | 15.2% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.8% | 7.9% | 1.1% | 5.6% | 2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 4.0% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73.3% | 68.6% | -4.7% | 83.2% | -14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 13.5% | 11.1% | 9.8% | 3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.8% | 7.6% | -0.2% | 2.9% | 4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 6.9% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.2% | 3.3% | -8.9% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 76.7% | -0.3% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Spain | 4% | 0.4% | 3.6% |
| Romania | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 10.6% | 6.0% | 4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alpha Terrace was 33.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.8% lower than the Trumpington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alpha Terrace has the 6th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Trumpington and the 86th lowest crime rate of 394 local areas in Cambridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Alpha Terrace, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2024-10-17 | £545,761 |
| 55 Alpha Terrace, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2024-01-11 | £881,461 |
| 11 Alpha Terrace, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2023-06-23 | £485,050 |
| 19 Alpha Terrace, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £670,100 | 2022-04-08 | £721,594 |
| 31 Alpha Terrace, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £403,500 | 2021-11-26 | £470,676 |
CB2 9HS 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 | 118 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 45 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homerton Early Years Centre Holbrook Road , CB1 7ST | 4out of 4 | 2,501 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Nursery School Young Street , CB1 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 4,038 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fields Nursery School Galfrid Road , CB5 8ND | 4out of 4 | 5,148 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fawcett Primary School Alpha Terrace , Trumpington CB2 9FS | 3out of 4 | 340 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trumpington Park Primary School Hobson Avenue , Trumpington CB2 9EG | - not rated | 1,003 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trumpington Meadows Primary School Kestrel Rise , Trumpington CB2 9AY | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newnham Croft Primary School Chedworth Street , CB3 9JF | 3out of 4 | 2,137 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pauls CofE VA Primary School Coronation Street , CB2 1HJ | 2out of 4 | 2,555 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trumpington Community College Lime Avenue , CB2 9FD | - not rated | 705 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology Robinson Way , CB2 0SZ | 3out of 4 | 2,157 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleridge Community College Radegund Road , CB1 3RJ | 3out of 4 | 3,401 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Community College Parkside , CB1 1EH | 4out of 4 | 3,476 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Netherhall School Queen Edith's Way , CB1 8NN | 3out of 4 | 3,799 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Road Sixth Form College Long Road , CB2 8PX | - not rated | 1,431 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hills Road Sixth Form College Hills Road , CB2 8PE | - not rated | 2,093 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Faith's School 6 Trumpington Road , CB2 8AG | - not rated | 1,520 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey College Cambridge Homerton Gardens , Purbeck Road CB2 8EB | - not rated | 1,814 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Perse School Hills Road , Trumpington CB2 8QF | - not rated | 1,936 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's School Bateman Street , CB2 1LY | - not rated | 2,313 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Mander Portman Woodward 3-4 Brookside , CB2 1JE | - not rated | 2,318 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ch and Co Group Ltd | Bidwell House, Bidwell House Maris Lane | 534 yd | |
| Dao Cafe | 1 Poulter Walk, Trumpington | 693 yd | |
| Lunchtime | Trumpington Park Primary School Hobson Avenue, Trumpington | 922 yd | |
| John Lewis | 40 Hauxton Road | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Man | The Green Man, 55 High Street, Trumpington | 171 yd | |
| The Duchess Of Cambridge | Duchess Of Cambridge, 77 High Street, Trumpington | 338 yd | |
| Lord Byron Inn | Lord Byron Inn, 22 Church Lane | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rumbles fish bar | 2 - 3 Anstey Way | 447 yd | |
| The Bun Shop | Post Office, 6 Anstey Way | 459 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | Hobson Square, Hobson Square Hobson Avenue, Trumpington | 678 yd | |
| Waitrose | 50 Hauxton Road | 732 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fawcett Primary School ALPHA TERRACE | grass pitches | 226 yd |
| Trumpington Recreation Ground TRUMPINGTON PAVILION TRUMPINGTON PAVILION PAGET ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 450 yd |
| Trumpington Community College LIME AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 606 yd |
| The Perse Preparatory School TRUMPINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 713 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 | 116.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.