London Road is in Chatteris and in Fenland district. PE16 6AU is located in the Chatteris South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about London Road, Chatteris, PE16 6AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE16 6HB, PE16 6AS, PE16 6HN, PE16 6LL, PE16 6HL, PE16 6PX, PE16 6LN, PE16 6LJ, PE16 6AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE16 6AU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 50.8% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 52.5% | 49.2% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 29.2% | 34.5% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 48.6% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.2% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 9% | 3.9% | -5.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 50.5% | 49.3% | -1.2% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 31.7% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 13.1% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 2% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21% | 15.4% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 10.7% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 19.4% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 8.7% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 18.6% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 25.3% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.3% | 97.4% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 96% | 88.2% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 9.8% | 9.5% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 87.9% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 5.9% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 3.9% | 0.3% | 3.6% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 52.8% | 46.2% | 6.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around London Road was 31.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.1% lower than the Chatteris North & Manea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
London Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Chatteris North & Manea and the 58th lowest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortrey House, 22 London Road, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Detached, a newly built property | £700,000 | 2025-03-25 | £681,598 |
| Fortrey House, 22 London Road, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2017-12-20 | £304,988 |
PE16 6AU 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 | 109 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsfield Primary School Burnsfield Street , PE16 6ET | 2out of 4 | 748 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebelands Primary Academy Farriers Gate , PE16 6EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cromwell Community College Wenny Road , PE16 6UU | 3out of 4 | 511 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Bakery | 3 Market Hill, Chatteris | 577 yd | |
| Joe Perry's Snooker & Pool Palace | 8 Market Hill, Chatteris | 581 yd | |
| Nana's Tea Room | 25A High Street, Chatteris | 769 yd | |
| Spice Lounge | 52 High Street, Chatteris | 840 yd | |
| Café 42 Chatteris Ltd | 4 The Arcade, 42 High Street | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatteris Town Bowls Club | Chatteris Bowls Club, Wood Street | 159 yd | |
| Chatteris Working Mens Club And Institute Limited | 1 Station Street, Chatteris | 552 yd | |
| Chatteris Conservative Club | Conservative Club, King Edward Road | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrou Brothers | 23 West Park Street, Chatteris | 261 yd | |
| Rumbles Fish Bar | 3 West Park Street, Chatteris | 386 yd | |
| Chatteris Kebab And Pizza | 7 Park Street, Chatteris | 532 yd | |
| Chilli Masters | 30A High Street, Chatteris | 752 yd | |
| Evergreen Takeaway | 26 High Street, Chatteris | 752 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chatteris Leisure Centre EASTWOOD | health and fitness suite | 343 yd |
| Cromwell Community College CROMWELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE CROMWELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE WENNY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 424 yd |
| Empress Swimming Pool 9A 9A PARK STREET | swimming pool | 501 yd |
| Chatteris Town Fc West Street | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Fairlees FAIRWAY | grass pitches | 682 yd |
| Chatteris Tennis Club ST. PETERS DRIVE | tennis courts | 800 yd |
| Kingsfield Primary School BURNSFIELD ESTATE | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Chatteris Cricket Club TRIBUNE CLOSE | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Peacock Paddock DEAN COTTAGE DEAN COTTAGE IRETONS WAY | grass pitches | 1,047 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.