Marks Way is in Girton, Cambridge and in South Cambridgeshire district. CB3 0PW is located in the Girton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marks Way, Girton, Cambridge, CB3 0PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB3 0PN, CB3 0PP, CB3 0PJ, CB3 0JZ, CB3 0PR, CB3 0PS, CB3 0JR, CB3 0JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CB3 0PW has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 50.4% | 49% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 CB3 0PW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.8% 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 | 25.6% | 24.8% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 57.8% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 13.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 6.5% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 9.6% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 49.6% | 41.5% | -8.1% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 43.5% | 8.7% | 33.6% | 9.9% |
| Fair health | 13% | 13.4% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
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.
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 53.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.5% | 10% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 10.9% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 10% | -1.6% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.4% | 53.5% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 19.7% |
| Other | 5.4% | 4.3% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.8% 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% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.5% | 85.8% | -7.7% | 81.4% | 4.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 83.5% 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 | 88.8% | 83.5% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 0.3% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.9% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 3.5% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 6.7% | 3.1% | 5.6% | 1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 84.9% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.9% | 7.6% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 3.2% | -2.2% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| North Africa | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Sikh | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marks Way was 24.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.2% lower than the Bar Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marks Way has the 13th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Bar Hill and the 128th lowest crime rate of 499 local areas in South Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Marks Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2024-01-31 | £344,783 |
| 26 Marks Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-06-28 | £423,013 |
| 14 Marks Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £416,000 | 2020-08-03 | £477,699 |
| 18 Marks Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £426,500 | 2019-12-19 | £491,967 |
| 7 Marks Way, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2018-09-13 | £387,260 |
CB3 0PW 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 CB3 0PW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 36 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Histon Early Years Centre New School Road , Histon CB24 9LL | 3out of 4 | 1,825 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Hedges Nursery School Northfield Avenue , CB4 2HU | 3out of 4 | 3,332 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Colleges Nursery School Campkin Road , CB4 2LD | 4out of 4 | 3,449 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Girton Glebe Primary School Cambridge Road , Girton CB3 0PN | - not rated | 130 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Girton Glebe Primary School Cambridge Road , Girton CB3 0PN | 3out of 4 | 130 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Histon and Impington Infant School New School Road , Histon CB24 9LL | - not rated | 1,825 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Park Community Primary School Ringfort Road , Orchard Park CB4 2GR | 3out of 4 | 2,282 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Histon and Impington Brook Primary School The Green , Histon CB24 9JA | - not rated | 2,424 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impington Village College New Road , Impington CB4 9LX | - not rated | 2,452 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Impington Village College New Road , Impington CB24 9LX | - not rated | 2,530 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Community College Gilbert Road , CB4 3NY | - not rated | 3,624 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Community College Gilbert Road , CB4 3NY | - not rated | 3,624 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manor - A Foundation School Arbury Road , Kings Hedges CB4 2JF | - not rated | 3,632 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Regional College Science Park Campus , Kings Hedges Road CB4 2QT | - not rated | 3,614 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northstowe Learning Community Stirling Road , Northstowe CB24 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 5,273 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Littleton House School Girton , CB3 0QL | - not rated | 613 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lady Adrian Special School Oakington Road , Girton CB3 0QL | - not rated | 613 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gretton School Manor Farm Road , Girton CB3 0RX | - not rated | 829 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cavendish School Park Drive , CB24 9LY | 4out of 4 | 2,356 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Tree School Nursery House , Manor Farm CB24 9NG | - not rated | 3,457 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George | 71 High Street | 500 yd | |
| Jeabs Thai | 71 High Street | 500 yd | |
| Old Crown | 89 High Street | 590 yd | |
| Girton Golf Club | Girton Golf Club Dodford Lane | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd | 120 Girton Road | 671 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Girton Glebe Primary School CAMBRIDGE ROAD | swimming pool | 148 yd |
| Girton Recreation Ground GIRTON RECREATION GROUND GIRTON RECREATION GROUND CAMBRIDGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 241 yd |
| Girton Golf Club DODFORD LANE | golf | 931 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 | 108.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.