Postcode Analysis East Cambridgeshire, East of England

TOWNSEND, CB6 2TA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOWNSEND, CB6 2TA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

491

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 49,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB6 2TA 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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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB6 2TA combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£550k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £550k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

CB6 2TA is a safe, established residential area on Townsend, 1.2km from Little Street in Little Downham. Administratively it sits within Downham Villages ward and the North East Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB6, CB6 2TA offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. 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. 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £550k.

Census 2021 statistics for CB6 2TA are sourced from Output Area E00090905 (shared with 14 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 2TA. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 447,500

4 sales · Mean £ 439,375

Semi-Detached

£ 400,000

1 sales · Mean £ 400,000

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

CB6 2TA has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Downham Feoffees Primary Academy

Good155 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Nisa Local0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • My Fish Bar/EFES0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Little Downham Anchor0.5 km
  • The Plough0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ely4.9 km
  • Littleport6.7 km
  • Manea8.4 km