CB6 1DJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Lynton Close, 0.2km from Newbarns in Ely. Administratively it sits within Ely East ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.
For serious buyers, CB6 1DJ is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. With an average age of 54, 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 low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £575k, down 31.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CB6 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00090946 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LYNTON CLOSE, CB6 1DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LYNTON CLOSE, CB6 1DJ.
207
54
£ 51,900 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB6 1DJ combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£575k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 31.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB6 1DJ. The average age is 54.2. 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
Detached
£ 562,500
6 sales · Mean £ 585,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CB6 1DJ has low crime rates — 19 incidents 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
Isle of Ely Primary School
Spring Meadow Infant School
Ely St Mary's CofE Junior School
Lantern Community Primary School
Highfield Ely Academy
Ely College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Castle Lodge0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- The Yard By Silver Oak0.7 km
- Sylhet Tandoori Restaurant And Takeaway0.9 km
- Pizza Express1.0 km
- Hand Crafted Cupcakes0.9 km
- Chang Chai Thai Kitchen0.9 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- The Bagel Bar1.0 km
- Lucky Panda0.8 km
- Balti King0.9 km
- Ely Kebab House0.9 km
- Ely King0.6 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Bent & Cornwell Quality Meats1.0 km
- Ely Fudge Company1.0 km
- New Barns Road Stores0.4 km
- St Mary's Sweet Shop1.0 km
- Wilkinsons0.9 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Hereward0.9 km
- The Townhouse0.9 km
- The High Flyer0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland Food Ltd0.9 km
- Waitrose0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ely1.9 km
- Littleport6.9 km
- Shippea Hill10.0 km
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Postcode Profile: CB61DJ · Data under Open Government Licence