Rye Close is in Littleport, Ely and in East Cambridgeshire district. CB6 1GH is located in the Littleport electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 2007-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rye Close, Littleport, Ely, CB6 1GH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB6 1GL, CB6 1FR, CB6 1GF, CB6 1FP, CB6 1GN, CB6 1FL, CB6 1FN, CB6 1GB, CB6 1GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CB6 1GH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 50.8% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 51.9% | 49.2% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 38.6% | 38.9% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 50.8% | 6.4% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12% | 6.3% | -5.7% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57% | 58.4% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 10.0% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 32.1% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 5.4% | 6.5% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -6.2% |
| Bad health | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 12.4% | 10.9% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 10.4% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 15.4% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 5.1% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.7% | 19.2% | 0.5% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 35.7% | 10.8% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 96.3% | 90.2% | -6.1% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 84.5% 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 | 89.7% | 84.5% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 1.3% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 8.4% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.8% | 1.7% | -3.1% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.9% | 84.2% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.9% | 8.9% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 6% | 3.3% | -2.7% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 1% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.7% | 76.7% | -6.0% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Poland | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rye Close was 30.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.5% lower than the Littleport average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rye Close has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Littleport and the 77th lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in East Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Rye Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2022-08-26 | £252,992 |
| 19 Rye Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £273,500 | 2021-04-28 | £339,360 |
| 23 Rye Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-02-26 | £280,117 |
| 2 Rye Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2020-02-14 | £337,466 |
| 5 Rye Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-11-01 | £258,904 |
CB6 1GH 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 | 216 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Other | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Littleport Community Primary School Parsons Lane , Littleport CB6 1JT | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Primary School Grange Lane , Littleport CB6 1HW | 3out of 4 | 564 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Downham Feoffees Primary Academy Main Street , Little Downham CB6 2ST | 1out of 4 | 4,666 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Littleport & East Cambs Academy Camel Road , Littleport CB6 1EW | - not rated | 1,033 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Littleport Academy Camel Road , Littleport CB6 1EW | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Habis | 23 Main Street, Littleport | 792 yd | |
| Indian Garden | 13 Victoria Street, Littleport | 1,013 yd | |
| Station Cafe | 14B Station Road, Littleport | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | 34 Main Street, Littleport | 820 yd | |
| The Plough And Harrow (Cambs) | 61 Ely Road, Littleport | 908 yd | |
| Littleport Ex-Servicemens Club | Ponts Hill, Littleport | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wok This Way | 1 High Street, Littleport | 575 yd | |
| Rumbles Fish Bar | 33 Main Street, Littleport | 792 yd | |
| Happy House | 2A Main Street, Littleport | 820 yd | |
| Alis Kebab House | 12 Main Street, Littleport | 820 yd | |
| The Cod Father | 6 Main Street, Littleport | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | 40 Wisbech Road, Littleport | 805 yd | |
| The Co-operative Group | 30 Main Street, Littleport | 820 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Millfield Primary School GRANGE LANE | grass pitches | 518 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 | 79.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 79.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 79.3% |
| 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 | 60.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.