Is CB6 3FS a safe place to live?

Yes, CB6 3FS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CB6 3FS?

The population for the CB6 3FS area is approximately 525 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Cambridgeshire, East of England

CB6 3FS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CB6 3FS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-09 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

525

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,000 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB6 3FS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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6/10

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2/10

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9/10

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7/10

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8/10

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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 3FS — age 45, 78% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

CB6 3FS is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Elford Closes in Stretham. Administratively it sits within Stretham ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CB6 3FS are sourced from Output Area E00091068 (shared with 29 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 3FS. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%

Asian / British Asian2.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.8%

Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

57%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 2%

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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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

CB6 3FS has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Waterbeach7.3 km
Ely8.2 km
Cambridge Station15.6 km