School Lane is in Balsham, Cambridge and in South Cambridgeshire district. CB21 4DG is located in the Balsham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 2006-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about School Lane, Balsham, Cambridge, CB21 4DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB21 4DY, CB21 4EL, CB21 4DW, CB21 4EA, CB21 4DJ, CB21 4AD, CB21 4EG, CB21 4DP, CB21 4EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB21 4DG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 48.1% | 52.8% | 4.7% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 51.9% | 47.2% | -4.7% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 CB21 4DG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.6% 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 | 18.8% | 21.6% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -16.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 59.6% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 15.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 9% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 56.7% | 50.2% | -6.5% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 37.9% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 5.7% | 11.6% | 5.9% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -3.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 CB21 4DG this area, 5.7% 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 43.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 5.7% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.8% | 11.3% | 4.5% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 19.4% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 5.3% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 12.1% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.4% | 43.7% | -10.7% | 33.8% | 9.9% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.2% | 98.6% | 2.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 93% | 91.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 93% | 91.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.6% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around School Lane was 44.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.3% higher than the Balsham average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
School Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Balsham and the 230th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in South Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilsher House School Lane, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2011-01-14 | £909,757 |
| Wilsher House School Lane, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, a newly built property | £250,000 | 2000-01-17 | £856,771 |
CB21 4DG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CB21 4DG 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 | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Primary School High Street , Balsham CB21 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 123 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton Heights Junior School Wheatsheaf Way , Linton CB21 4XB | 3out of 4 | 4,604 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton CofE Infant School Church Lane , Linton CB21 4JX | 3out of 4 | 5,164 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 | 5,404 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 Old Butchers | 35 High Street | 238 yd | |
| Sweet Tempations iL Ltd | 11 The Hawthorns | 309 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell Inn | 2 West Wickham Road | 134 yd | |
| The Black Bull | 27 High Street | 284 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Balsham Recreation Ground BALSHAM RECREATION GROUND BALSHAM RECREATION GROUND CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 279 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.