Hill Close is in Sawtry, Huntingdon and in Huntingdonshire district. PE28 5SW is located in the Sawtry electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hill Close, Sawtry, Huntingdon, PE28 5SW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PE28 5WA, PE28 5QB, PE28 5TZ, PE28 5TX, PE28 5SL, PE28 5SN, PE28 5WP, PE28 5QD, PE28 5SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PE28 5SW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.2% | 51.4% | 7.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 55.8% | 48.6% | -7.2% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 5SW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 25.7% | 28.9% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.7% | 54.9% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 11.1% | 6.7% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 3.4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 54.3% | 50% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 31.6% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 12% | 15.6% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.7% | 12% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 11.5% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 28.5% | 17.1% | -11.4% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 25.6% | 13.2% | 16.9% | 8.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 29.9% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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 | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.6% | 94.4% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 94.3% | 94.1% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 94.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 1.4% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 10.8% | 6.0% | 4.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Close was 67.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.9% higher than the Alconbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill Close has the 27th highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Alconbury and the 203rd highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Huntingdonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Hill Close, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-12-15 | £312,821 |
| 4 Hill Close, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £271,000 | 2023-08-25 | £278,398 |
| 1 Hill Close, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2021-07-19 | £265,043 |
| 5 Hill Close, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2020-12-04 | £276,323 |
| 5 Hill Close, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2018-11-08 | £257,681 |
PE28 5SW 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 | 109 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sawtry Infants' School Middlefield Road , Sawtry PE28 5SH | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sawtry Junior Academy Middlefield Road , Sawtry PE28 5SH | 2out of 4 | 302 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Gidding CofE Primary School Main Street , Great Gidding PE28 5NX | 3out of 4 | 5,158 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sawtry Village Academy Fen Lane , Sawtry PE28 5TQ | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARESCO | Sawtry Youth Centre And Community Centre Green End Road | 285 yd | |
| Delight Pizza&Kebab | 9 Greenways | 349 yd | |
| Sawtry Club Sandwiches | 3 High Street | 438 yd | |
| Sawtry tea room | 2 High Street | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawtry Ex-Servicemens Club | 10 Gidding Road | 366 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rumbles Fish Bar | 20 Green End Road | 241 yd | |
| Wok U Like | 15 Greenways | 363 yd | |
| feedwell kiosk ltd | Unit 19 Brookside | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sai Lakshmi Trading Ltd | 3 Greenways | 337 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | 20 Glatton Road | 874 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| One Leisure Sawtry GREEN END ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 457 yd |
| Sawtry Village Academy FEN LANE | grass pitches | 556 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 | 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% |
| Median download speed | 73.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.