Postcode Analysis East Cambridgeshire, East of England

MAIN STREET, CB6 2HQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN STREET, CB6 2HQ.

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Population

333

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 50,000 /yr

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Employed

51%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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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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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB6 2HQ combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£400k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 54.0% year-on-year.

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

CB6 2HQ is a sought-after residential area on Main Street, 0.2km from Witchford in Witchford. Administratively it sits within Stretham ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.

For serious buyers, CB6 2HQ is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 83% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £400k, up 54.0% 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 2HQ are sourced from Output Area E00091001 (shared with 4 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 2HQ. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.2%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 400,000

3 sales · Mean £ 383,000

Semi-Detached

£ 330,000

2 sales · Mean £ 330,000

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

CB6 2HQ has low crime rates — 12 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 offences16
Anti-social behaviour7
Burglary3
Public order1

school Local Schools

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The Rackham Church of England Primary School

Good281 pupils0.0 km
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Witchford Village College

Good669 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Clare Farm House B & B0.0 km
  • The Woodlands0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Village Inn Witchford0.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Witchford Takeaway0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ely4.1 km
  • Littleport11.3 km
  • Manea12.5 km