Is CB6 2DX a safe place to live?

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

What is the population of CB6 2DX?

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

Postcode Analysis East Cambridgeshire, East of England

COPHALL DROVE, CB6 2DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COPHALL DROVE, CB6 2DX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-10 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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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

No single demographic signal dominates CB6 2DX — age 46, 80% ownership, 19% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 2DX is a safe, established residential area on Cophall Drove, 1.1km from Downham Hythe in East Cambridgeshire. Administratively it sits within Downham Villages ward and the North East Cambridgeshire constituency.

For families considering a move, CB6 2DX represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CB6 2DX 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 2DX. 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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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

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

Anti-social behaviour1

Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Ely6.1 km
Manea7.4 km
Littleport7.6 km