Pepper Close is in Bassingbourn, Royston and in South Cambridgeshire district. SG8 5HX is located in the Bassingbourn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pepper Close, Bassingbourn, Royston, SG8 5HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SG8 5HZ, SG8 5LU, SG8 5LF, SG8 5HY, SG8 5HR, SG8 5LE, SG8 5LQ, SG8 5HS, SG8 5LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SG8 5HX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% 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 | 52.9% | 55.8% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 47.1% | 44.2% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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 | 23.7% | 32.9% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.8% | 49.4% | -14.4% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8.7% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 3% | 6.9% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 60.2% | 51.9% | -8.3% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 32.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 7% | 12.2% | 5.2% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 15.5% | 15.7% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 10.4% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 16.1% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 4.8% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 22.2% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 28.3% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.6% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 100% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 95.5% | 96.2% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 96.2% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53% | 37.2% | 15.8% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pepper Close was 97.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.9% higher than the Bassingbourn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pepper Close has the 6th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Bassingbourn and the 74th highest crime rate of 498 local areas in South Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 54.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Pepper Close, Royston, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2023-03-28 | £455,369 |
| 1 Pepper Close, Royston, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £332,000 | 2018-07-04 | £399,231 |
| 4 Pepper Close, Royston, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2018-06-28 | £363,145 |
| 3 Pepper Close, Royston, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2011-11-25 | £545,777 |
| 2 Pepper Close, Royston, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2011-11-23 | £400,236 |
SG8 5HX 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bassingbourn Primary School Brook Road , Bassingbourn SG8 5NP | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Way Academy Burns Road , SG8 5EQ | 1out of 4 | 3,134 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tannery Drift School Tannery Drift , SG8 5DE | 3out of 4 | 3,858 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School Melbourn Road , SG8 7DB | 4out of 4 | 4,126 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Icknield Walk First School Poplar Drive , SG8 7EZ | 4out of 4 | 4,501 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bassingbourn Village College South End , Bassingbourn SG8 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 513 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King James Academy Royston Garden Walk , SG8 7JH | 3out of 4 | 4,279 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Meldreth Manor School Fenny Lane , Meldreth SG8 6LG | - not rated | 5,024 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bassingbourn Community Library Cafe | The Limes Community Centre High Street | 248 yd | |
| Hatties | 47 High Street | 280 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hoops Public House | 74 High Street | 128 yd | |
| The Belle Free House & Restaurant | 61 North End | 768 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bassingbourn Playing Field RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND SOUTH END | grass pitches | 336 yd |
| Bassingbourn Sports Centre SOUTH END | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 610 yd |
| Bassingbourn Community Primary School BROOK ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 791 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 | 16.7% |
| 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 | 100.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.03 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.03 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.