Chatteris Road is in Somersham, Huntingdon and in Fenland district. PE28 3DW is located in the Chatteris South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chatteris Road, Somersham, Huntingdon, PE28 3DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE28 3DW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.9% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.1% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 PE28 3DW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 26.6% | 29.3% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 53.9% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.1% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 10.7% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5% | 0.5% | 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 | 46% | 47% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 35% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 13.3% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 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 | 23.1% | 17.9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 10.5% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 14.8% | -5.1% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 19% | 9.8% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 30.7% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.5% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.2% | 94.7% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 95.2% | 89.6% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 6.2% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 89.9% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chatteris Road was 135.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.3% higher than the Chatteris North & Manea average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Chatteris Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Chatteris North & Manea and the 52nd highest crime rate of 302 local areas in Fenland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holwoods Farmhouse Chatteris Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2013-10-01 | £490,000 |
PE28 3DW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 180 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Construction | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somersham Primary School Parkhall Road , PE28 3EU | 1out of 4 | 3,197 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehall School 117 High Street , Somersham PE28 3EH | - not rated | 3,585 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.