Fore Hill is in Ely and in East Cambridgeshire district. CB7 4AQ is located in the Ely East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fore Hill, Ely, CB7 4AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB7 4GE, CB7 4AR, CB7 4AS, CB7 4NJ, CB7 4GF, CB7 4AA, CB7 4QE, CB7 4AF, CB7 4AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB7 4AQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% 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 | 52.8% | 54.6% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 47.2% | 45.4% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 | 27.8% | 33.6% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 38.7% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -5.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 15.2% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 9% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 43.1% | 41.6% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 37.4% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 15% | 15.7% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 4.5% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 46.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.2% | 19% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 5.5% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 9.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.5% | 10.3% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.4% | 46.6% | 5.2% | 33.8% | 12.8% |
| Other | 8% | 4% | -4.0% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 88.4% | 85.9% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 4.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 71.2% 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 | 79% | 71.2% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -12.0% |
| European Union | 9.4% | 16.5% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 10.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.1% | 4.2% | -2.9% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 4.6% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 3.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.5% | 71.5% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 8.6% | 12.3% | 3.7% | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.9% | 5.6% | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.6% | 4.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 5.6% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 3.8% | 0.5% | 3.3% |
| Spain | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fore Hill was 70.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.6% lower than the Ely East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Fore Hill has the 22nd highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Ely East and the 71st highest crime rate of 244 local areas in East Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Fore Hill, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2019-11-08 | £486,084 |
| 48 Fore Hill, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £352,475 | 2018-08-20 | £438,019 |
| 56 Fore Hill, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £243,799 | 2014-09-15 | £385,753 |
| 54 Fore Hill, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2013-11-04 | £361,035 |
| 48 Fore Hill, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2013-06-20 | £435,614 |
CB7 4AQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern Community Primary School Nene Road , CB6 2WL | 3out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Meadow Infant School High Barns , CB7 4RB | 2out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ely St Mary's CofE Junior School High Barns , CB7 4RB | 3out of 4 | 1,432 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isle of Ely Primary School School Road , CB6 2FG | 3out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ely St John's Community Primary School St John's Road , CB6 3BW | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ely College Downham Road , CB6 2SH | 3out of 4 | 1,262 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Witchford Village College Manor Road , Witchford CB6 2JA | 3out of 4 | 4,180 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 423 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Ely Academy Downham Road , CB6 1BD | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Active Learning Trust Linc 19 - 25 Downham Road , CB6 1BD | - not rated | 957 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Customer Cafe | Sainsburys, Lisle Lane | 82 yd | |
| Prosper | Richmond House, 16 - 18 Broad Street | 95 yd | |
| Revive Coffee Co | Richmond House, 16 - 18 Broad Street | 95 yd | |
| Ely Turkish Meze Restaurant | 33 Forehill, Ely | 119 yd | |
| Tamarin Bay Coffee House Ltd | 14 Forehill, Ely | 142 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drayman's Son | 29A Forehill, Ely | 124 yd | |
| The Royal Standard | 24 Forehill, Ely | 142 yd | |
| The Hereward | 45 Market Street, Ely | 449 yd | |
| The High Flyer | 69 Newnham Street, Ely | 464 yd | |
| The Townhouse | 60 - 64 Market Street, Ely | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Gourmet | Sainsbury's, Lisle Lane | 91 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 3 Forehill, Ely | 119 yd | |
| Ely Spice | 32 Broad Street, Ely | 151 yd | |
| Fortune Garden | 38 Broad Street, Ely | 151 yd | |
| Alan Fish Bar | 21 Broad Street, Ely | 325 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Lisle Lane, Ely | 82 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 41 Lisle Lane, Ely | 82 yd | |
| Iceland Food Ltd | 9 The Cloisters, Ely | 304 yd | |
| Waitrose | Brays Lane, Ely | 397 yd | |
| Tesco | 13 Angel Drove, Ely | 831 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodyline For Women (Ladies Only) (Closed) 5a 5a Buttermarket | health and fitness suite | 291 yd |
| Atrium Club (Ely) NEWNHAM STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 486 yd |
| City Of Ely Indoor Bowls Club NUTHOLT LANE | indoor bowls | 567 yd |
| The Paradise Centre NEWNHAM STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 574 yd |
| Paradise Pools (Closed) NEWNHAM STREET | swimming pool | 574 yd |
| West End Fitness Centre (Closed) West End Road | health and fitness suite | 596 yd |
| Kings School Ely BARTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 634 yd |
| Kings School Ely (Brand Field) ANGEL DROVE | grass pitches | 1,019 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 | 76 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.77 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.77 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.