Carlton Green Road is in Carlton, Newmarket and in South Cambridgeshire district. CB8 9LD is located in the Balsham 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 Carlton Green Road, Carlton, Newmarket, CB8 9LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CB8 9LD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 49.7% | 48.3% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 50.3% | 51.7% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CB8 9LD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.1% | 27.4% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 58.5% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 14.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 4.9% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 55.5% | 45.8% | -9.7% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 37.4% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 14% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15% | 12.3% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 9.2% | -0.2% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 9.2% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 13.5% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 45% | 49.7% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 15.9% |
| Other | 6.9% | 1.8% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.9% | 96.7% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 88.3% 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 | 93.7% | 88.3% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 5.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 88.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 8.4% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.0% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carlton Green Road was 23.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.4% lower than the Balsham average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Carlton Green Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Balsham and the 127th lowest crime rate of 498 local areas in South Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.0%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carls Barn Carlton Green Road, Newmarket, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £885,000 | 2023-12-14 | £871,751 |
| Lophams Barn Carlton Green Road, Newmarket, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-07-20 | £118,756 |
| Church Farm Carlton Green Road, Newmarket, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £1,840,000 | 2019-06-21 | £1,847,772 |
| Oakland Carlton Green Road, Newmarket, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2008-12-04 | £996,676 |
| Oakland Carlton Green Road, Newmarket, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £577,000 | 2007-01-23 | £1,016,963 |
CB8 9LD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CB8 9LD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 CB8 9LD 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%.
| Retired | 53 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burrough Green CofE Primary School Bradley Road , CB8 9NH | 2out of 4 | 3,106 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurlow Voluntary Controlled Primary School The Street , Little Thurlow CB9 7HY | 3out of 4 | 4,237 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.