Manor Close is in Witchford, Ely and in East Cambridgeshire district. CB6 2JB is located in the Stretham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manor Close, Witchford, Ely, CB6 2JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB6 2JW, CB6 2HH, CB6 2JD, CB6 2JA, CB6 2JH, CB6 2GB, CB6 2HQ, CB6 2GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CB6 2JB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.3% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50% | 48.7% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 21.9% | 24.4% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 49.2% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 13.2% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 9.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 41.7% | 40.7% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 36.2% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 17.9% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3.7% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 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.
In the area around CB6 2JB this area, 28.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.5% | 28.1% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 10.2% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 13.9% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 8.6% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 15.5% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 22.4% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97% | 94.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.7% | 92.6% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 4.2% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 92.9% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.2% | 13.5% | 8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Close was 46.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.8% higher than the Haddenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Manor Close has the 13th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Haddenham and the 119th highest crime rate of 244 local areas in East Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Manor Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £317,500 | 2024-12-16 | £352,431 |
| 47 Manor Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2022-04-28 | £395,831 |
| 45A Manor Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-03-31 | £343,483 |
| 21 Manor Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-06-29 | £326,718 |
| 25 Manor Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-10-25 | £237,018 |
CB6 2JB 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 CB6 2JB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Retired | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rackham Church of England Primary School Main Street , Witchford CB6 2HQ | 3out of 4 | 276 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ely St John's Community Primary School St John's Road , CB6 3BW | 3out of 4 | 2,973 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Thetford CofE Primary School Green Hill , Little Thetford CB6 3HD | 3out of 4 | 4,396 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lantern Community Primary School Nene Road , CB6 2WL | 3out of 4 | 4,516 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stretham Community Primary School Wood Lane , Stretham CB6 3JN | 3out of 4 | 4,830 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Witchford Village College Manor Road , Witchford CB6 2JA | 3out of 4 | 451 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ely College Downham Road , CB6 2SH | 3out of 4 | 4,323 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Ely Barton Road , CB7 4DB | - not rated | 4,196 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Active Learning Trust Linc 19 - 25 Downham Road , CB6 1BD | - not rated | 4,313 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Ely Academy Downham Road , CB6 1BD | 3out of 4 | 4,335 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harbour School Station Road , Wilburton CB6 3RR | - not rated | 4,480 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Church Hall Witchford | 76 - 78 Main Street, Witchford | 225 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Inn | 80 Main Street, Witchford | 300 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witchford Takeaway | 114A Main Street, Witchford | 731 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rackham Church Of England Primary School MAIN STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 310 yd |
| Witchford Village College MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 375 yd |
| Witchford Playing Field BEDWELL HEY LANE | grass pitches | 637 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 | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| 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 | 49 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.