Loughton Court is in Cambridge and in Cambridge district. CB5 8UQ is located in the Abbey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cambridge. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Loughton Court, Cambridge, CB5 8UQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB5 8UH, CB5 8UF, CB5 8UJ, CB5 8UB, CB5 8UE, CB5 8UG, CB5 8TX, CB5 8TY, CB5 8TT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB5 8UQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 50.8% | 52.8% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 49.2% | 47.2% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 CB5 8UQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.3% 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 | 49% | 49.3% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.7% | 31.7% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.8% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 12% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 4.2% | 0.7% | 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 | 52.5% | 47.8% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 29.3% | -3.9% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 8% | 13.2% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 7.8% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 28.1% | 23.5% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 13.3% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 11.2% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 4.9% | 3.5% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 12.3% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 33.7% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 8.3% | 1.1% | -7.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.2% | 4.6% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 3.5% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 3.9% | 0.8% | -3.1% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 2.8% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 3% | 0.5% | -2.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 81.8% | 79.8% | -2.0% | 81.4% | -1.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 80.7% 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 | 86.6% | 80.7% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -2.5% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 5.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.3% | 81.1% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -2.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 11.9% | 9.1% | 9.8% | 2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 4.9% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.6% | 1.6% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.5% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.6% | 76.7% | -10.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 38.3% | 46.2% | -7.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Loughton Court was 282.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.1% higher than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Loughton Court has the 8th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Abbey and the 32nd highest crime rate of 394 local areas in Cambridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Loughton Court, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2025-02-14 | £247,751 |
| 5 Loughton Court, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2020-01-31 | £227,457 |
| 5 Loughton Court, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2013-01-09 | £212,195 |
| 5 Loughton Court, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2003-07-11 | £239,219 |
| 9 Loughton Court, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £121,500 | 2002-05-31 | £333,873 |
CB5 8UQ 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 student residents living in CB5 8UQ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Fields Nursery School Galfrid Road , CB5 8ND | 4out of 4 | 1,046 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Nursery School Young Street , CB1 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 2,597 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Colleges Nursery School Campkin Road , CB4 2LD | 4out of 4 | 3,540 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Hedges Nursery School Northfield Avenue , CB4 2HU | 3out of 4 | 3,792 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Homerton Early Years Centre Holbrook Road , CB1 7ST | 4out of 4 | 4,504 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Galfrid School Galfrid Road , CB5 8ND | 1out of 4 | 948 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fen Ditton Primary School Horningsea Road , Fen Ditton CB5 8SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Teversham CofE VA Primary School Church Road , Teversham CB1 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Community Primary School Nuffield Road , Chesterton CB4 1TF | 3out of 4 | 2,002 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Primary School Green End Road , Chesterton CB4 1RW | 3out of 4 | 2,022 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Inter-Church School Birdwood Road , CB1 3TD | 4out of 4 | 2,941 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleridge Community College Radegund Road , CB1 3RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,974 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Cambridge Academy Arbury Road , Kings Hedges CB4 2JF | 3out of 4 | 3,356 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Community College Parkside , CB1 1EH | 4out of 4 | 3,391 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterton Community College Gilbert Road , CB4 3NY | 4out of 4 | 3,804 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,726 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hills Road Sixth Form College Hills Road , CB2 8PE | - not rated | 4,131 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Road Sixth Form College Long Road , CB2 8PX | - not rated | 5,181 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Arts and Sciences Sixth Form and Tutorial College 1 High Street , Chesterton CB4 1NQ | - not rated | 2,669 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap Academy - Cambridge Ascham Road , CB4 2BD | 2out of 4 | 3,262 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Balloon Learner Centre - Cambridge Herbert House , 57 Warkworth Terrace CB1 1EE | - not rated | 3,297 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaks International School Cherry Hinton Hall , Cherry Hinton Road CB1 8DW | - not rated | 3,407 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge International School Cherry Hinton Hall , Cherry Hinton Road CB1 8DW | - not rated | 3,407 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Franks LTD-Marshall Aerospace | Airport House Newmarket Road | 379 yd | |
| McDonalds | 639 Newmarket Road | 710 yd | |
| MJP @ The Shepherds | 5 High Street | 810 yd | |
| Cambridge Joint Ex-Services & Royal Mail Social Club | Barnwell Business Park Barnwell Drive | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Head | 50 High Street | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barracuda Fish Bar | 39 Ditton Lane | 351 yd | |
| PAPA JOHNS | 643 Newmarket Road | 691 yd | |
| Coconut Cambridge | 23 Barnwell Road | 735 yd | |
| The Codfather | 7 Barnwell Road | 735 yd | |
| The Grill Plug | 5, Barnwell Business Park Barnwell Drive | 910 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbey Meadows Community School GALFRID ROAD | grass pitches | 1,005 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 154.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.