Aylesborough Close is in Cambridge and in Cambridge district. CB4 2HH is located in the Arbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cambridge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aylesborough Close, Cambridge, CB4 2HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB4 2HJ, CB4 2HS, CB4 2HG, CB4 2HN, CB4 2HQ, CB4 2HW, CB4 2HP, CB4 2HR, CB4 2HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CB4 2HH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 51% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 51.6% | 49% | -2.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CB4 2HH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.4% | 46.3% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 36.2% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -8.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 9.8% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 4.2% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 43.3% | 47.4% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 36.1% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 10.5% | -7.9% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 4.5% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.5% | 19.7% | -1.8% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 8.2% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 12.8% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 7.6% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 10.9% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 38.5% | 10.6% | 33.8% | 4.7% |
| Other | 9.4% | 2.3% | -7.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.2% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 5.3% | 7% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 5.9% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 3.3% | 4.8% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 79.5% | 72.2% | -7.3% | 81.4% | -9.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 67.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 67.5% | -13.2% | 83.2% | -15.7% |
| European Union | 6.8% | 14.4% | 7.6% | 6.1% | 8.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.3% | 8.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | 3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.4% | 67.6% | -12.8% | 83.2% | -15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 16.8% | 13.8% | 9.8% | 7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.2% | 7.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 5.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.7% | 2.6% | -5.1% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.2% | 76.7% | -15.5% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| Turkey | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 10% | 6.5% | 3.5% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aylesborough Close was 91.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.9% lower than the Arbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Aylesborough Close has the 42nd highest crime rate of 114 local areas in Arbury and the 149th highest crime rate of 395 local areas in Cambridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Aylesborough Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-02-22 | £313,877 |
| 12 Aylesborough Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £312,500 | 2021-05-04 | £345,655 |
| 11 Aylesborough Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2018-12-13 | £340,870 |
| 49 Aylesborough Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £1,677,913 | 2016-10-07 | £1,741,798 |
| 41 Aylesborough Close, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £1,127,009 | 2016-10-07 | £1,169,919 |
CB4 2HH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 130 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Education | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges Nursery School Campkin Road , CB4 2LD | 4out of 4 | 650 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Hedges Nursery School Northfield Avenue , CB4 2HU | 3out of 4 | 905 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Histon Early Years Centre New School Road , Histon CB24 9LL | 3out of 4 | 2,585 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Nursery School Young Street , CB1 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 2,925 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fields Nursery School Galfrid Road , CB5 8ND | 3out of 4 | 3,958 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Laurence Catholic Primary School Arbury Road , CB4 2JX | - not rated | 323 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Laurence Catholic Primary School Arbury Road , CB4 2JX | 3out of 4 | 323 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arbury Primary School Carlton Way , CB4 2DE | 3out of 4 | 636 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Park Community Primary School Ringfort Road , Orchard Park CB4 2GR | 3out of 4 | 731 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grove Primary School Campkin Road , CB4 2NB | 3out of 4 | 895 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Manor - A Foundation School Arbury Road , Kings Hedges CB4 2JF | - not rated | 828 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Cambridge Academy Arbury Road , Kings Hedges CB4 2JF | 3out of 4 | 828 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Community College Gilbert Road , CB4 3NY | - not rated | 1,306 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Community College Gilbert Road , CB4 3NY | - not rated | 1,306 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Impington Village College New Road , Impington CB4 9LX | - not rated | 2,255 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,368 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Maths School 119 Mill Road , CB1 2AZ | - not rated | 3,820 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridgeshire College of Agriculture and Horticulture Landbeach Road , Milton CB4 6DB | - not rated | 4,003 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hills Road Sixth Form College Hills Road , CB2 8PE | - not rated | 5,010 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hills Road Sixth Form College Hills Road , CB2 8PE | - not rated | 5,010 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle School, Cambridge Courtney Way , CB4 2EE | 2out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rees Thomas Special School Downhams Lane , CB4 1YB | - not rated | 1,087 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Student Support Centre (PRU) Ascham Road , CB4 2BD | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Cambridge Learning Base Ascham Road , CB4 2BD | - not rated | 1,259 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OA - Cambridge Ascham Road , CB4 2BD | 3out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Gurdwara | Cambridge Gurdwara Arbury Court | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Carlton Arms Public House | The Carlton Arms Carlton Way | 728 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbury Court Fish Bar | 42 Arbury Court | 747 yd | |
| Golden Crown | 2 Arbury Court | 759 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | Unit 7, Orchard House Unwin Square | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens | Post Office, 50 Arbury Court | 704 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 4, Orchard House Unwin Square | 858 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Albans Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND ST ALBANS ROAD | grass pitches | 272 yd |
| Meadows Community Centre ST. CATHARINES ROAD | grass pitches | 353 yd |
| Kings Hedges Learner Pool BUCHAN STREET | swimming pool | 407 yd |
| Arbury Primary School CARLTON WAY | grass pitches | 607 yd |
| Cambridge Squash Club (Closed) Histon Road | squash courts | 773 yd |
| Orchard Park CRANESBILL CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 831 yd |
| North Cambridge Academy ARBURY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 860 yd |
| Grove Primary School CAMPKIN ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 890 yd |
| Castle School COURTNEY WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,039 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 | 44.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.