Hinchingbrooke Drive is in Chatteris and in Fenland district. PE16 6EW is located in the Chatteris South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hinchingbrooke Drive, Chatteris, PE16 6EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE16 6FA, PE16 6EF, PE16 6HA, PE16 6HD, PE16 6HW, PE16 6EG, PE16 6HZ, PE16 6HE, PE16 6HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE16 6EW 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 | 51.1% | 48.8% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 48.9% | 51.2% | 2.3% | 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 | 38.8% | 37.1% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 43.7% | 3.9% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 11.6% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 4% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 41.2% | 39.9% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 44% | 43.3% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 9.7% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 12.1% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 17% | 18.5% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 11.6% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14.2% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 22.2% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 24.2% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 8.2% | 3% | -5.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.9% | 96.1% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.8% | 92% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 92.3% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 5.5% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hinchingbrooke Drive was 31.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.2% lower than the Chatteris North & Manea average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hinchingbrooke Drive has the 9th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Chatteris North & Manea and the 57th lowest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Hinchingbrooke Drive, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2023-12-07 | £523,950 |
| 7 Hinchingbrooke Drive, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2023-12-07 | £523,950 |
| 5 Hinchingbrooke Drive, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2021-07-28 | £259,718 |
| 1 Hinchingbrooke Drive, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2018-05-29 | £297,558 |
| 1 Hinchingbrooke Drive, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2017-09-01 | £239,483 |
PE16 6EW 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 | 139 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsfield Primary School Burnsfield Street , PE16 6ET | 2out of 4 | 723 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebelands Primary Academy Farriers Gate , PE16 6EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,442 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 | 1,068 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Perry's Snooker & Pool Palace | 8 Market Hill, Chatteris | 832 yd | |
| The Old Bakery | 3 Market Hill, Chatteris | 859 yd | |
| Nana's Tea Room | 25A High Street, Chatteris | 918 yd | |
| Spice Lounge | 52 High Street, Chatteris | 926 yd | |
| Café 42 Chatteris Ltd | 4 The Arcade, 42 High Street | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatteris Town Bowls Club | Chatteris Bowls Club, Wood Street | 692 yd | |
| Chatteris Working Mens Club And Institute Limited | 1 Station Street, Chatteris | 752 yd | |
| Chatteris Conservative Club | Conservative Club, King Edward Road | 781 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrou Brothers | 23 West Park Street, Chatteris | 576 yd | |
| Rumbles Fish Bar | 3 West Park Street, Chatteris | 592 yd | |
| Chatteris Kebab And Pizza | 7 Park Street, Chatteris | 776 yd | |
| Chilli Masters | 30A High Street, Chatteris | 913 yd | |
| Evergreen Takeaway | 26 High Street, Chatteris | 913 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chatteris Town Fc West Street | grass pitches | 142 yd |
| Fairlees FAIRWAY | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Kingsfield Primary School BURNSFIELD ESTATE | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Empress Swimming Pool 9A 9A PARK STREET | swimming pool | 735 yd |
| Chatteris Leisure Centre EASTWOOD | health and fitness suite | 904 yd |
| Cromwell Community College CROMWELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE CROMWELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE WENNY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 980 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.