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.
LYNN ROAD, CB6 1DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYNN ROAD, CB6 1DD.
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45
£ 51,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Highfield Ely Academy
Lantern Community Primary School
Isle of Ely Primary School
Ely St Mary's CofE Junior School
Spring Meadow Infant School
Ely College
Ely St John's Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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
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
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Poets House0.7 km
- Castle Lodge0.4 km
- Lamb Hotel0.4 km
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
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Postcode Profile: CB61DD · Data under Open Government Licence