Is CB6 1GR a safe place to live?

Yes, CB6 1GR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 23 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CB6 1GR?

The average property price in CB6 1GR is currently around £370k.

What is the population of CB6 1GR?

The population for the CB6 1GR area is approximately 480 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Cambridgeshire, East of England

SHIRE LANE, CB6 1GR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHIRE LANE, CB6 1GR.

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Population

480

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,000 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB6 1GR 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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8/10

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9/10

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2/10

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10/10

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7/10

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8/10

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2/10

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8/10

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5/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CB6 1GR spans multiple life stages — average age 30, 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 1GR is a safe, established residential area on Shire Lane, 1.1km from Littleport in Littleport. Administratively it sits within Littleport ward and the North East Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB6, CB6 1GR offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 30 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £370k.

Census 2021 statistics for CB6 1GR are sourced from Output Area E00187621 (shared with 9 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 1GR. The average age is 30.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.9%

Asian / British Asian4.0%

Black / African / Caribbean4.0%

Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

58%Active

FT: 48%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 325,000

3 sales · Mean £ 339,333

Terraced

£ 245,000

5 sales · Mean £ 252,398

Detached

£ 350,000

5 sales · Mean £ 351,000

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

CB6 1GR has low crime rates — 23 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 offences20

Anti-social behaviour8

Vehicle crime5

Criminal damage and arson4

Burglary3

school Local Schools

Millfield Primary School

Good349 pupils0.2 km

Littleport Community Primary School

Good421 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

JP's Meats & More0.9 km
Phoebe's Fruit Basket Limited0.8 km
Earthstar Farm1.0 km
Silver Oak Coffee (Mobiles)0.8 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Phoebes Tea Cup Cafe0.8 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The (New) Plough And Harrow0.5 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Wok This Way0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Littleport2.1 km
Ely6.9 km
Shippea Hill8.4 km