Is CB6 1DP a safe place to live?

Yes, CB6 1DP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 32 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CB6 1DP?

The average property price in CB6 1DP is currently around £593k.

What is the population of CB6 1DP?

The population for the CB6 1DP area is approximately 435 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Cambridgeshire, East of England

KING EDGAR CLOSE, CB6 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KING EDGAR CLOSE, CB6 1DP.

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Population

435

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB6 1DP 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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7/10

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10/10

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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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2/10

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8/10

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9/10

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Area Character

CB6 1DP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £593k, 81% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £593k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 40.2% year-on-year.

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

CB6 1DP is a sought-after residential area on King Edgar Close, 0.8km from Newbarns in Ely. Administratively it sits within Ely North ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB6, CB6 1DP offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 81% 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 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £593k, up 40.2% 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 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00090939 (shared with 7 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 1DP. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.5%

Asian / British Asian3.2%

Black / African / Caribbean1.4%

Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 600,000

10 sales · Mean £ 581,850

Semi-Detached

£ 342,500

4 sales · Mean £ 358,125

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

CB6 1DP has low crime rates — 32 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.

Violence and sexual offences42

Anti-social behaviour17

Vehicle crime7

Other theft6

Drugs3

school Local Schools

Isle of Ely Primary School

Good422 pupils0.3 km

Spring Meadow Infant School

Requires Improvement212 pupils0.8 km

Ely St Mary's CofE Junior School

Good315 pupils0.8 km

Lantern Community Primary School

Good386 pupils0.8 km

Highfield Ely Academy

Good134 pupils1.1 km

Ely College

Good1423 pupils1.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Ely2.4 km
Littleport6.5 km
Shippea Hill10.0 km