Norwood Crescent is in March and in Fenland district. PE15 8QR is located in the March North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Norwood Crescent, March, PE15 8QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE15 8QF, PE15 8JQ, PE15 8JG, PE15 8QD, PE15 8QQ, PE15 8QE, PE15 8NR, PE15 8JH, PE15 8NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE15 8QR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 46.1% | 49.8% | 3.7% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 53.9% | 50.2% | -3.7% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 30.3% | 38.6% | 8.3% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 39.9% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 15.4% | 7.6% | -7.8% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 11.2% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 39.6% | 43.1% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 40.7% | 32.3% | -8.4% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 18.4% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 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.
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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.7% | 24.2% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 14.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 18.8% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.6% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 14.3% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 17.5% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.7% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.9% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 89.5% 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 | 95.7% | 89.5% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 7.3% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 89.5% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.6% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 76.7% | -8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 25.3% | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norwood Crescent was 100.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.9% higher than the March North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norwood Crescent has the 10th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in March North and the 84th highest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Norwood Crescent, March, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-07-17 | £185,690 |
| 10 Norwood Crescent, March, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2019-10-11 | £185,131 |
| 3 Norwood Crescent, March, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2018-03-29 | £213,878 |
| 4 Norwood Crescent, March, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2015-04-08 | £220,158 |
| 1 Norwood Crescent, March, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,500 | 2013-06-14 | £219,274 |
PE15 8QR 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Interchurch Academy County Road , PE15 8ND | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary School Maple Grove , PE15 8JT | 2out of 4 | 784 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burrowmoor Primary School Burrowmoor Road , PE15 9RP | 2out of 4 | 1,882 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavalry Primary School Cavalry Drive , PE15 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,598 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neale-Wade Academy Wimblington Road , PE15 9PX | 3out of 4 | 3,033 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Men Of March | 69 Wisbech Road, March | 912 yd | |
| Coles Sandwich Bar | 78 Station Road, March | 951 yd | |
| Tesco | Customer Restaurant, Tesco Stores Plc | 994 yd | |
| Diana Tandoori Restaurant | 70 Dartford Road, March | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| March Braza Club | Elm Road, March | 635 yd | |
| GER Ground (March Town FC) | Ger Sports Ground, Robingoodfellows Lane | 838 yd | |
| GER Social Club | Ger Social Club, Robingoodfellows Lane | 838 yd | |
| The Buffs Public House | The Buffs, 5 Robingoodfellows Lane | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cod'licious | Cod Licious, County Road | 642 yd | |
| Moonlight Grill | 63 Wisbech Road, March | 902 yd | |
| Taste Of Oriental | 67A Wisbech Road, March | 902 yd | |
| Asia Secret Recipes | 54 Dartford Road, March | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Plc, 10 Hostmoor Avenue | 755 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| All Saints Inter-Church Academy COUNTY ROAD | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| Westwood Primary School MAPLE GROVE | grass pitches | 574 yd |
| March Indoor Bowls Club Ltd ROBINGOODFELLOWS LANE | indoor bowls | 761 yd |
| March Town United Football Club ROBINGOODFELLOWS LANE | grass pitches | 857 yd |
| Estover Playing Field Estover Road | grass pitches | 970 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.