Orchard Row is in Soham, Ely and in East Cambridgeshire district. CB7 5AY is located in the Soham South 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 Orchard Row, Soham, Ely, CB7 5AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB7 5AZ, CB7 5AU, CB7 5AX, CB7 5BP, CB7 5AJ, CB7 5FY, CB7 5AL, CB7 5BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CB7 5AY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 48.8% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 51.8% | 51.2% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 30.9% | 31.3% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 48.5% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 11% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 5.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 35.7% | 44.6% | 8.9% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 44.6% | 34.3% | -10.3% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 13.6% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.2% | 23.9% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 8.5% | -10.3% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 16.2% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 9.2% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 18.8% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 19.9% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 9.2% | 3.7% | -5.5% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| White | 96.7% | 95.5% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 83.8% 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 | 91.7% | 83.8% | -7.9% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| European Union | 6.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 84.3% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 9.1% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61% | 76.7% | -15.7% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| Poland | 7.5% | 1.3% | 6.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 25.5% | 13.5% | 12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Row was 64.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.3% higher than the Soham North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Row has the 17th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Soham North and the 82nd highest crime rate of 244 local areas in East Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 133 Orchard Row, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2023-08-18 | £227,977 |
| 131 Orchard Row, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £202,500 | 2023-07-18 | £214,412 |
| 33 Orchard Row, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-03-24 | £288,218 |
| 33 Orchard Row, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-12-16 | £270,000 |
| 137 Orchard Row, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-07-20 | £231,683 |
CB7 5AY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 131 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 46 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School Sand Street , Soham CB7 5AA | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Weatheralls Primary School Pratt Street , CB7 5BH | 3out of 4 | 2,153 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fordham CofE Primary School Isleham Road , Fordham CB7 5NL | 4out of 4 | 3,306 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Shade Primary School The Shade , Soham CB7 5DE | 3out of 4 | 4,174 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Isleham Church of England Primary School Malting Lane , Isleham CB7 5RZ | 3out of 4 | 5,084 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soham Village College Sand Street , Soham CB7 5AA | 3out of 4 | 1,506 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cherry Tree | 66 Fordham Road, Soham | 904 yd | |
| The Carpenters Arms | 76 Brook Street, Soham | 1,038 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 | 24.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 48.57 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 48.57 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.