Queens Close is in Harston, Cambridge and in South Cambridgeshire district. CB22 7QW is located in the Harston & Comberton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 2006-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Queens Close, Harston, Cambridge, CB22 7QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB22 7NQ, CB22 7QN, CB22 7QL, CB2 5QG, CB22 7QG, CB22 7AB, CB22 7QS, CB22 7TP, CB22 7QF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CB22 7QW has a slightly higher male population, with 53% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 47% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 50.5% | 53% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 | 22% | 30.5% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 39.8% | -5.5% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 18.6% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 9.5% |
| Widowed | 14.8% | 9.3% | -5.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.9% | 34.2% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -14.2% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 38.7% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 19% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 6.3% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 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 | 27.4% | 26% | -1.4% | 18.2% | 7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 9.7% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 12.3% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 7.5% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 13.7% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 27.8% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 91.5% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 84.8% 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 | 92.7% | 84.8% | -7.9% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 7.1% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 4.7% | 4.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 84.5% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 1.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 13.8% | 13.8% | 9.8% | 4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0.7% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Queens Close was 77.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.5% higher than the Foxton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Queens Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Foxton and the 108th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in South Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 94.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Queens Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2020-10-05 | £409,622 |
| 41 Queens Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £308,750 | 2019-06-26 | £355,788 |
| 33 Queens Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2018-08-17 | £380,802 |
| 9 Queens Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2015-11-20 | £417,561 |
| 35 Queens Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £348,000 | 2015-07-31 | £446,131 |
CB22 7QW 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 | 71 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harston and Newton Community Primary School High Street , Harston CB22 7PX | 3out of 4 | 672 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hauxton Primary School Jopling Way , Hauxton CB22 5HY | 3out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haslingfield Endowed Primary School High Street , Haslingfield CB23 1JW | 3out of 4 | 2,797 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great and Little Shelford CofE (Aided) Primary School Church Street , Great Shelford CB22 5EL | 3out of 4 | 3,173 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trumpington Meadows Primary School Kestrel Rise , Trumpington CB2 9AY | 3out of 4 | 3,469 yd | Foundation school | Yes | 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 | 5,250 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology Robinson Way , CB2 0SZ | 3out of 4 | 5,437 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | 123 High Street | 395 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harston Recreation Ground ORCHARD CLOSE | grass pitches | 638 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 | 62.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 62.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 62.8% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 80.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.