Nutters Close is in Grantchester, Cambridge and in South Cambridgeshire district. CB3 9NS is located in the Harston & Comberton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nutters Close, Grantchester, Cambridge, CB3 9NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB3 9NL, CB3 9NH, CB3 9NJ, CB3 9NN, CB3 9NW, CB3 9NZ, CB3 9NG, CB3 9NR, CB3 9NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB3 9NS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 55.9% | 54.1% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 44.1% | 45.9% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 | 28.4% | 26.1% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 48.6% | 6.3% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 4.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 15.6% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 4.6% | -9.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.5% | 39.8% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 30.5% | -8.6% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 19.9% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 9% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 44.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.1% | 15.5% | -15.6% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 10.9% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 11.8% | 1.0% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.9% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -7.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 44.5% | 13.0% | 33.8% | 10.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 91.9% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 83.3% 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 | 89.7% | 83.3% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 0.1% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 4.7% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.1% | 83.3% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 12.5% | 11.4% | 9.8% | 2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nutters Close was 38.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.2% lower than the Bar Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nutters Close has the 20th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Bar Hill and the 223rd lowest crime rate of 499 local areas in South Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Nutters Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £533,500 | 2022-12-16 | £537,738 |
| 1 Nutters Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2016-09-22 | £467,742 |
| 1 Nutters Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2007-04-05 | £446,531 |
| 5 Nutters Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2006-01-20 | £357,341 |
| 7 Nutters Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 1997-07-30 | £437,944 |
CB3 9NS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CB3 9NS 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 9NS 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 | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homerton Early Years Centre Holbrook Road , CB1 7ST | 4out of 4 | 4,162 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Nursery School Young Street , CB1 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 4,761 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trumpington Meadows Primary School Kestrel Rise , Trumpington CB2 9AY | 3out of 4 | 1,753 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fawcett County Junior School Alpha Terrace , Trumpington CB2 2HS | - not rated | 1,858 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fawcett County Infant School Alpha Terrace , Trumpington CB2 2HS | - not rated | 1,858 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fawcett Primary School Alpha Terrace , Trumpington CB2 9FS | 3out of 4 | 2,066 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newnham Croft Primary School Chedworth Street , CB3 9JF | 3out of 4 | 2,332 yd | Community 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 | 2,262 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trumpington Community College Lime Avenue , CB2 9FD | 3out of 4 | 2,262 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology Robinson Way , CB2 0SZ | 3out of 4 | 3,888 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Community College Parkside , CB1 1EH | 4out of 4 | 4,025 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Community College Parkside , CB1 1EH | - not rated | 4,025 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,117 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Road Sixth Form College Long Road , CB2 8PX | - not rated | 3,117 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hills Road Sixth Form College Hills Road , CB2 8PE | - not rated | 3,445 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hills Road Sixth Form College Hills Road , CB2 8PE | - not rated | 3,445 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Maths School 119 Mill Road , CB1 2AZ | - not rated | 4,289 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perse Preparatory School Trumpington Road , CB2 2EX | - not rated | 2,115 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Lycee Cambridge 29 Barton Road , CB3 9LB | - not rated | 2,217 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Faith's School 6 Trumpington Road , CB2 8AG | - not rated | 2,541 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Junior School 2 Brookside , CB2 1JE | - not rated | 2,987 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Mander Portman Woodward 3-4 Brookside , CB2 1JE | - not rated | 2,999 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rupert Brooke | 2 - 4 Broadway | 201 yd | |
| Red Lion Public House | 33 High Street | 336 yd | |
| Blue Ball Inn | 57 Broadway | 402 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% |
| Median download speed | 29.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 46.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 46.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.34 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.