Is CB6 2TY a safe place to live?

Yes, CB6 2TY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CB6 2TY?

The average property price in CB6 2TY is currently around £285k.

What is the population of CB6 2TY?

The population for the CB6 2TY area is approximately 328 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Cambridgeshire, East of England

DOWNHAM COMMON, CB6 2TY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOWNHAM COMMON, CB6 2TY.

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Population

328

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,900 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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9/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CB6 2TY spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB6 2TY is a safe, established residential area on Downham Common, 0.3km from Dunkirk in East Cambridgeshire. Administratively it sits within Downham Villages ward and the North East Cambridgeshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k.

Census 2021 statistics for CB6 2TY are sourced from Output Area E00090901 (shared with 22 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 2TY. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%

Asian / British Asian0.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 38%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 285,000

1 sales · Mean £ 285,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

CB6 2TY has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Littleport5.8 km
Manea6.3 km
Ely7.1 km