High Street is in Balsham, Cambridge and in South Cambridgeshire district. CB21 4DJ 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 High Street, Balsham, Cambridge, CB21 4DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB21 4DW, CB21 4DP, CB21 4DT, CB21 4DS, CB21 4DG, CB1 6ER, CB21 4EA, CB21 4EJ, CB21 4ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB21 4DJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 52.6% | 52.3% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 47.4% | 47.7% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 19.9% | 31.7% | 11.8% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.2% | 48.3% | -9.9% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 7.5% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 6.8% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.2% | 47.4% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 35.4% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 11.7% | -5.8% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 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 | 29.6% | 18.2% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 8.3% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.2% | 13.3% | 3.1% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 20.5% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.6% | 32.2% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.1% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.6% | 93.8% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 93.9% | 90.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 90.2% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.3% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.6% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.6% | 13.5% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.2% | 37.2% | 14.0% |
| Christian | 40.4% | 46.2% | -5.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 61.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 104.2% higher than the Balsham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Balsham and the 156th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in South Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 High Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,470,000 | 2023-08-09 | £1,446,550 |
| 24 High Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-07-24 | £336,694 |
| School Cottage, 4A High Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2023-04-06 | £442,362 |
| 49 High Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2022-10-25 | £983,068 |
| Christopher Cottage, 22 High Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £572,000 | 2022-04-12 | £583,830 |
CB21 4DJ 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Primary School High Street , Balsham CB21 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 263 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton Heights Junior School Wheatsheaf Way , Linton CB21 4XB | 3out of 4 | 4,443 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton CofE Infant School Church Lane , Linton CB21 4JX | 3out of 4 | 4,988 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 | 5,213 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granta School Cambridge Road , Linton CB21 4NN | 3out of 4 | 5,416 yd | Community special school | Yes | 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 | 11 yd | |
| Sweet Tempations iL Ltd | 11 The Hawthorns | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Bull | 27 High Street | 63 yd | |
| The Bell Inn | 2 West Wickham Road | 249 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Balsham Recreation Ground BALSHAM RECREATION GROUND BALSHAM RECREATION GROUND CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 322 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 | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 7.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 7.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 5.3% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.