Postcode Analysis East Cambridgeshire, East of England

LYNN ROAD, CB6 1DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYNN ROAD, CB6 1DD.

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Population

384

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 51,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CB6 1DD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB6 1DD combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£376k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £376k. Property prices are trending up 17.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB6 1DD is a well-regarded residential area on Lynn Road, 0.4km from Newbarns in Ely. Administratively it sits within Ely West ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.

For serious buyers, CB6 1DD is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 94 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £376k, up 17.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for CB6 1DD are sourced from Output Area E00090958 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB6 1DD. The average age is 45.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.8%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 407,000

7 sales · Mean £ 430,428

Terraced

£ 335,000

10 sales · Mean £ 335,495

Detached

£ 478,000

3 sales · Mean £ 527,666

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around CB6 1DD is above average at 94 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences115
Anti-social behaviour73
Shoplifting60
Criminal damage and arson24
Public order18

school Local Schools

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Highfield Ely Academy

Good134 pupils0.4 km
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Lantern Community Primary School

Good386 pupils0.6 km
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Isle of Ely Primary School

Good422 pupils0.8 km
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Ely St Mary's CofE Junior School

Good315 pupils1.0 km
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Spring Meadow Infant School

Requires Improvement212 pupils1.0 km
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Ely College

Good1423 pupils1.3 km
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Ely St John's Community Primary School

Good370 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • Caffe Nero0.4 km
  • Pizza Express0.5 km
  • The Almonry Restaurant0.5 km
  • The Cromwell Grill & Wine Bar0.6 km
  • The Maltings0.9 km
  • + 30 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • The Fountain0.8 km
  • The Hereward0.4 km
  • The Townhouse0.4 km
  • Drayman's Son0.6 km
  • The High Flyer0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • New Dragon Inn0.6 km
  • Millennium Pizza0.4 km
  • Lucky Panda0.3 km
  • Sushi Gourmet0.7 km
  • Alan Fish Bar0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

33 nearby
  • W H Smith0.4 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
  • Card Factory0.4 km
  • Cherry Hill Chocolates0.5 km
  • Edis Of Ely Limited0.5 km
  • + 28 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Poets House0.7 km
  • Castle Lodge0.4 km
  • Lamb Hotel0.4 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.7 km
  • Iceland Food Ltd0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Waitrose0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ely1.4 km
  • Littleport7.5 km
  • Shippea Hill10.5 km