Gibside Avenue is in Chatteris and in Fenland district. PE16 6SU 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 Gibside Avenue, Chatteris, PE16 6SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE16 6HR, PE16 6ST, PE16 6HF, PE16 6SX, PE16 6PF, PE16 6SY, PE16 6HP, PE16 6SW, PE16 6PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE16 6SU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.3% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.7% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PE16 6SU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.7% | 30.4% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 52.5% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 6.2% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 7.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 40.2% | 48.2% | 8.0% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 36.3% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 12.5% | -4.4% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.8% | 27.1% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 14% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 16.3% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.6% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15.5% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 15.5% | -1.9% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 2% | 5% | 3.0% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 94.9% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 97% | 91% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 6.8% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -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 | 96.3% | 91% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.7% | 76.7% | -7.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 42.8% | 46.2% | -3.4% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gibside Avenue was 57.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.2% lower than the Chatteris North & Manea average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Gibside Avenue has the 20th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Chatteris North & Manea and the 150th lowest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Gibside Avenue, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £119,995 | 2004-05-14 | £231,348 |
| 2 Gibside Avenue, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2001-03-16 | £219,377 |
| 9 Gibside Avenue, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £44,000 | 1999-09-06 | £191,470 |
| 6 Gibside Avenue, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £38,000 | 1997-04-28 | £203,463 |
| 5 Gibside Avenue, Chatteris, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £42,000 | 1996-06-14 | £230,140 |
PE16 6SU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PE16 6SU 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsfield Primary School Burnsfield Street , PE16 6ET | 2out of 4 | 1,087 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebelands Primary Academy Farriers Gate , PE16 6EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,598 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 | 1,030 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 | 1,075 yd | |
| The Old Bakery | 3 Market Hill, Chatteris | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatteris Town Bowls Club | Chatteris Bowls Club, Wood Street | 600 yd | |
| Chatteris Working Mens Club And Institute Limited | 1 Station Street, Chatteris | 1,016 yd | |
| Chatteris Conservative Club | Conservative Club, King Edward Road | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrou Brothers | 23 West Park Street, Chatteris | 748 yd | |
| Rumbles Fish Bar | 3 West Park Street, Chatteris | 831 yd | |
| Chatteris Kebab And Pizza | 7 Park Street, Chatteris | 1,018 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairlees FAIRWAY | grass pitches | 141 yd |
| Chatteris Town Fc West Street | grass pitches | 305 yd |
| Chatteris Leisure Centre EASTWOOD | health and fitness suite | 825 yd |
| Cromwell Community College CROMWELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE CROMWELL COMMUNITY COLLEGE WENNY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 861 yd |
| Empress Swimming Pool 9A 9A PARK STREET | swimming pool | 979 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 | 29 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.