Railway Lane is in Chatteris and in Fenland district. PE16 6NE 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 Railway Lane, Chatteris, PE16 6NE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE16 6NG, PE16 6NA, PE16 6JS, PE16 6QR, PE16 6GE, PE16 6LY, PE16 6AG, PE16 6AB, PE16 6AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PE16 6NE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 54.1% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 49.3% | 45.9% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 | 13.4% | 17.2% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -20.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 50.5% | -8.9% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 16.1% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 12.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 20.5% | 24.9% | 4.4% | 48.4% | -23.5% |
| Good health | 41% | 39.2% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 26.6% | 26.3% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 13.6% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 5.3% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.4% | 4.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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.
In the area around PE16 6NE this area, 43.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.5% | 43.5% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 25.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 10.4% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.4% | 7.8% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 6.7% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 13.5% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 14% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -19.8% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 98.3% | 95.2% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 94.3% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.1% | 76.7% | -7.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 29% | 13.5% | 15.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Railway Lane was 21.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.6% lower than the Chatteris North & Manea average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Railway Lane has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Chatteris North & Manea and the 22nd lowest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Railway Lane, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-08-09 | £337,159 |
| 10 Railway Lane, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-07-04 | £246,552 |
| Eversley Railway Lane, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2023-05-26 | £183,307 |
| Penmaenmawr Railway Lane, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-02-14 | £221,852 |
| 10 Railway Lane, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-03-12 | £212,929 |
PE16 6NE 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 PE16 6NE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsfield Primary School Burnsfield Street , PE16 6ET | 2out of 4 | 205 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebelands Primary Academy Farriers Gate , PE16 6EZ | 3out of 4 | 785 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionel Walden Primary School High Street , Doddington PE15 0TF | 3out of 4 | 5,230 yd | Community school | 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 | 796 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 | 164 yd | |
| Nana's Tea Room | 25A High Street, Chatteris | 194 yd | |
| The Old Bakery | 3 Market Hill, Chatteris | 209 yd | |
| Spice Lounge | 52 High Street, Chatteris | 241 yd | |
| Café 42 Chatteris Ltd | 4 The Arcade, 42 High Street | 241 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatteris Conservative Club | Conservative Club, King Edward Road | 52 yd | |
| Chatteris Working Mens Club And Institute Limited | 1 Station Street, Chatteris | 89 yd | |
| Chatteris Town Bowls Club | Chatteris Bowls Club, Wood Street | 734 yd | |
| The Ship | 34 Bridge Street, Chatteris | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatteris Kebab And Pizza | 7 Park Street, Chatteris | 143 yd | |
| Chilli Masters | 30A High Street, Chatteris | 186 yd | |
| Evergreen Takeaway | 26 High Street, Chatteris | 186 yd | |
| Rumbles Fish Bar | 3 West Park Street, Chatteris | 217 yd | |
| Dragon Inn Chinese Restaurant | 50 High Street, Chatteris | 241 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacks | Tesco Store Ltd, Fenland Way | 1,055 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Empress Swimming Pool 9A 9A PARK STREET | swimming pool | 136 yd |
| Kingsfield Primary School BURNSFIELD ESTATE | grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Chatteris Tennis Club ST. PETERS DRIVE | tennis courts | 407 yd |
| Chatteris Leisure Centre EASTWOOD | health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Chatteris Town Fc West Street | grass pitches | 839 yd |
| Cromwell Community College CROMWELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE CROMWELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE WENNY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 879 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 | 54.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 54.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 54.5% |
| 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 | 75.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.