Ash Grove is in Chatteris and in Fenland district. PE16 6NL 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 Ash Grove, Chatteris, PE16 6NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE16 6NY, PE16 6PH, PE16 6PJ, PE16 6JR, PE16 6NQ, PE16 6PQ, PE16 6NN, PE16 6FD, PE16 6NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PE16 6NL has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 52.1% | 48% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 47.9% | 52% | 4.1% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 19.8% | 40% | 20.2% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.9% | 38.3% | -12.6% | 44.2% | -5.9% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 10.7% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 16% | 7.2% | -8.8% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 43.2% | 37.3% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 33.7% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 19.5% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.2% | 26.5% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 15.8% | 1.6% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 15.5% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 5.8% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 14.4% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 19.9% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.1% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.7% | 92.8% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 96.9% | 93.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 93.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.6% | 37.2% | 16.4% |
| Christian | 36.9% | 46.2% | -9.3% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ash Grove was 120.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.5% higher than the Chatteris North & Manea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ash Grove has the 12th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Chatteris North & Manea and the 65th highest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 51.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Ash Grove, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2025-07-24 | £184,581 |
| 29 Ash Grove, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Other, an established residential building | £194,260 | 2025-05-09 | £184,860 |
| 1A Ash Grove, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-03-31 | £125,577 |
| 1C Ash Grove, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2025-03-31 | £185,468 |
| 22 Ash Grove, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-07-15 | £228,355 |
PE16 6NL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Other | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsfield Primary School Burnsfield Street , PE16 6ET | 2out of 4 | 201 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebelands Primary Academy Farriers Gate , PE16 6EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionel Walden Primary School High Street , Doddington PE15 0TF | 3out of 4 | 4,985 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 | 1,184 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buster's Emporium And Cafe | 58 - 60 High Street, Chatteris | 252 yd | |
| Spice Lounge | 52 High Street, Chatteris | 270 yd | |
| Café 42 Chatteris Ltd | 4 The Arcade, 42 High Street | 270 yd | |
| Nana's Tea Room | 25A High Street, Chatteris | 367 yd | |
| Joe Perry's Snooker & Pool Palace | 8 Market Hill, Chatteris | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatteris Conservative Club | Conservative Club, King Edward Road | 395 yd | |
| Chatteris Working Mens Club And Institute Limited | 1 Station Street, Chatteris | 474 yd | |
| The Ship | 34 Bridge Street, Chatteris | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Inn Chinese Restaurant | 50 High Street, Chatteris | 270 yd | |
| Chilli Masters | 30A High Street, Chatteris | 386 yd | |
| Evergreen Takeaway | 26 High Street, Chatteris | 386 yd | |
| Bridge House | 15 Bridge Street, Chatteris | 439 yd | |
| Chatteris Kebab And Pizza | 7 Park Street, Chatteris | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacks | Tesco Store Ltd, Fenland Way | 676 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 99 Bridge Street, Chatteris | 811 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsfield Primary School BURNSFIELD ESTATE | grass pitches | 168 yd |
| Empress Swimming Pool 9A 9A PARK STREET | swimming pool | 525 yd |
| Chatteris Tennis Club ST. PETERS DRIVE | tennis courts | 656 yd |
| Chatteris Town Fc West Street | grass pitches | 1,001 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 | 74.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 74.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 74.2% |
| 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 | 77.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.